1984 Reliant Scimitar vs. 2012 BMW M3
To start off, 2012 BMW M3 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Reliant Scimitar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Reliant Scimitar would be higher. At 3,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW M3 (414 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 281 more horse power than 1984 Reliant Scimitar. (133 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1984 Reliant Scimitar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW M3 weights approximately 585 kg more than 1984 Reliant Scimitar. 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, 2012 BMW M3 (400 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Reliant Scimitar. (206 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Reliant Scimitar.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Reliant Scimitar | 2012 BMW M3 | |
Make | Reliant | BMW |
Model | Scimitar | M3 |
Year Released | 1984 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2792 cc | 3999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 133 HP | 414 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 8300 RPM |
Torque | 206 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 75.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 68.5 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1885 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4615 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1803 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1392 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2761 mm |