1990 BMW M3 vs. 1986 Reliant SE6
To start off, 1990 BMW M3 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Reliant SE6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Reliant SE6 would be higher. At 2,992 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Reliant SE6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 BMW M3 (238 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1986 Reliant SE6. (133 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1986 Reliant SE6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Reliant SE6 weights approximately 50 kg more than 1990 BMW M3.
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 @ 4750 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Reliant SE6. (233 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Reliant SE6.
Compare all specifications:
1990 BMW M3 | 1986 Reliant SE6 | |
Make | BMW | Reliant |
Model | M3 | SE6 |
Year Released | 1990 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2467 cc | 2992 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 233 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2650 mm |