1994 BMW 518 vs. 1973 Reliant Rebel
To start off, 1994 BMW 518 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Reliant Rebel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Reliant Rebel would be higher. At 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 BMW 518 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 BMW 518 (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1973 Reliant Rebel. (31 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 BMW 518 should accelerate faster than 1973 Reliant Rebel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 BMW 518 weights approximately 585 kg more than 1973 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 518 (161 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Reliant Rebel. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 BMW 518 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Reliant Rebel.
Compare all specifications:
1994 BMW 518 | 1973 Reliant Rebel | |
Make | BMW | Reliant |
Model | 518 | Rebel |
Year Released | 1994 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1794 cc | 701 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 31 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 161 Nm | 52 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 60.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 61 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 8.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 575 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 3510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2270 mm |