1990 BMW M3 vs. 1967 Reliant Rebel
To start off, 1990 BMW M3 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Reliant Rebel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Reliant Rebel would be higher. At 2,467 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 BMW M3 (234 HP) has 199 more horse power than 1967 Reliant Rebel. (35 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1990 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1967 Reliant Rebel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 BMW M3 weights approximately 650 kg more than 1967 Reliant Rebel. 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, 1990 BMW M3 (240 Nm) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Reliant Rebel. (51 Nm). This means 1990 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Reliant Rebel.
Compare all specifications:
1990 BMW M3 | 1967 Reliant Rebel | |
Make | BMW | Reliant |
Model | M3 | Rebel |
Year Released | 1990 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2467 cc | 748 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 234 HP | 35 HP |
Torque | 240 Nm | 51 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 7.8:1 |
Top Speed | 247 km/hour | 104 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 610 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2270 mm |