1992 BMW M3 vs. 1962 Reliant Sabre 4
To start off, 1992 BMW M3 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Reliant Sabre 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Reliant Sabre 4 would be higher. At 2,990 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW M3 (282 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 1962 Reliant Sabre 4. (70 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1962 Reliant Sabre 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW M3 weights approximately 668 kg more than 1962 Reliant Sabre 4. 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, 1992 BMW M3 (320 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Reliant Sabre 4. (123 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1992 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Reliant Sabre 4.
Compare all specifications:
1992 BMW M3 | 1962 Reliant Sabre 4 | |
Make | BMW | Reliant |
Model | M3 | Sabre 4 |
Year Released | 1992 | 1962 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2990 cc | 1702 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 123 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 82.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 8.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 797 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2290 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 38 L |