1983 BMW 525 vs. 1979 Reliant Scimitar
To start off, 1983 BMW 525 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Reliant Scimitar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Reliant Scimitar would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Reliant Scimitar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Reliant Scimitar (136 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1983 BMW 525. (123 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Reliant Scimitar should accelerate faster than 1983 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Reliant Scimitar weights approximately 15 kg more than 1983 BMW 525. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1983 BMW 525 (241 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Reliant Scimitar. (236 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1983 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Reliant Scimitar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 BMW 525 | 1979 Reliant Scimitar | |
| Make | BMW | Reliant |
| Model | 525 | Scimitar |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2693 cc | 2994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 93.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 72.4 mm |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 27 L |
