1994 BMW 840 vs. 1986 Reliant Scimitar
To start off, 1994 BMW 840 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Reliant Scimitar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Reliant Scimitar would be higher. At 3,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 BMW 840 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 BMW 840 (282 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 1986 Reliant Scimitar. (68 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 BMW 840 should accelerate faster than 1986 Reliant Scimitar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 BMW 840 weights approximately 900 kg more than 1986 Reliant Scimitar. 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 840 (400 Nm @ 5100 RPM) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Reliant Scimitar. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1994 BMW 840 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Reliant Scimitar.
Compare all specifications:
1994 BMW 840 | 1986 Reliant Scimitar | |
Make | BMW | Reliant |
Model | 840 | Scimitar |
Year Released | 1994 | 1986 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3982 cc | 1296 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2140 mm |