1989 BMW 750 vs. 1994 Reliant Scimitar
To start off, 1994 Reliant Scimitar is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 BMW 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 BMW 750 would be higher. At 4,988 cc (12 cylinders), 1989 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 BMW 750 (295 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1994 Reliant Scimitar. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 1994 Reliant Scimitar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 BMW 750 weights approximately 906 kg more than 1994 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, 1989 BMW 750 (450 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 323 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Reliant Scimitar. (127 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1989 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Reliant Scimitar.
Compare all specifications:
1989 BMW 750 | 1994 Reliant Scimitar | |
Make | BMW | Reliant |
Model | 750 | Scimitar |
Year Released | 1989 | 1994 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4988 cc | 1398 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 894 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2140 mm |