1991 BMW 325 vs. 1980 Reliant GTC
To start off, 1991 BMW 325 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Reliant GTC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Reliant GTC would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Reliant GTC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Reliant GTC (135 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1991 BMW 325. (113 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Reliant GTC should accelerate faster than 1991 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 BMW 325 weights approximately 144 kg more than 1980 Reliant GTC.
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, 1991 BMW 325 (220 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Reliant GTC. (206 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1991 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Reliant GTC.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 BMW 325 | 1980 Reliant GTC | |
| Make | BMW | Reliant |
| Model | 325 | GTC |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2443 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1434 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 91 L |
