1987 Reliant Scimitar vs. 2011 BMW 120
To start off, 2011 BMW 120 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Reliant Scimitar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Reliant Scimitar would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 BMW 120 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 120 (168 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1987 Reliant Scimitar. (68 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 1987 Reliant Scimitar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 120 weights approximately 545 kg more than 1987 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, 2011 BMW 120 (210 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Reliant Scimitar. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Reliant Scimitar.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Reliant Scimitar | 2011 BMW 120 | |
Make | Reliant | BMW |
Model | Scimitar | 120 |
Year Released | 1987 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 68 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1420 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2670 mm |