1994 BMW 316 vs. 1967 Reliant Rebel
To start off, 1994 BMW 316 is newer by 27 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 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 BMW 316 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 BMW 316 (103 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1967 Reliant Rebel. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 BMW 316 should accelerate faster than 1967 Reliant Rebel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 BMW 316 weights approximately 639 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, 1994 BMW 316 (150 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Reliant Rebel. (51 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 BMW 316 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Reliant Rebel.
Compare all specifications:
1994 BMW 316 | 1967 Reliant Rebel | |
Make | BMW | Reliant |
Model | 316 | Rebel |
Year Released | 1994 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1596 cc | 746 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 103 HP | 35 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 51 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 62.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 61 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 7.8:1 |
Top Speed | 189 km/hour | 112 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 521 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 3510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2270 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 27 L |