1990 BMW 518 vs. 1979 Reliant SE6
To start off, 1990 BMW 518 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Reliant SE6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Reliant SE6 would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Reliant SE6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Reliant SE6 (133 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1990 BMW 518. (113 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Reliant SE6 should accelerate faster than 1990 BMW 518. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Reliant SE6 weights approximately 90 kg more than 1990 BMW 518. 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, 1979 Reliant SE6 (233 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 BMW 518. (161 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1979 Reliant SE6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 BMW 518.
Compare all specifications:
1990 BMW 518 | 1979 Reliant SE6 | |
Make | BMW | Reliant |
Model | 518 | SE6 |
Year Released | 1990 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1766 cc | 2994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 161 Nm | 233 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2650 mm |