1986 Reliant Scimitar vs. 2010 BMW 118
To start off, 2010 BMW 118 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Reliant Scimitar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Reliant Scimitar would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 BMW 118 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 118 (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1986 Reliant Scimitar. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 118 should accelerate faster than 1986 Reliant Scimitar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 118 weights approximately 500 kg more than 1986 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, 2010 BMW 118 (190 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Reliant Scimitar. (187 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 118 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Reliant Scimitar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Reliant Scimitar | 2010 BMW 118 | |
| Make | Reliant | BMW |
| Model | Scimitar | 118 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1809 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.9 seconds | 8.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4239 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1421 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2660 mm |
