1986 Mercedes-Benz 500 vs. 1981 Reliant SE6
To start off, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 500 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Reliant SE6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Reliant SE6 would be higher. At 4,973 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Mercedes-Benz 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 500 (245 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1981 Reliant SE6. (133 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 500 should accelerate faster than 1981 Reliant SE6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Mercedes-Benz 500 weights approximately 416 kg more than 1981 Reliant SE6. 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, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 500 (399 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Reliant SE6. (233 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 Mercedes-Benz 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Reliant SE6. 1986 Mercedes-Benz 500 has automatic transmission and 1981 Reliant SE6 has manual transmission. 1981 Reliant SE6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1986 Mercedes-Benz 500 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Mercedes-Benz 500 | 1981 Reliant SE6 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Reliant |
Model | 500 | SE6 |
Year Released | 1986 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4973 cc | 2994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 245 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 399 Nm | 233 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1666 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2650 mm |