1998 BMW 325 vs. 1970 Reliant Scimitar
To start off, 1998 BMW 325 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Reliant Scimitar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Reliant Scimitar would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Reliant Scimitar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Reliant Scimitar (123 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1998 BMW 325. (114 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Reliant Scimitar should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 325 weights approximately 244 kg more than 1970 Reliant Scimitar.
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, 1970 Reliant Scimitar (267 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 BMW 325. (220 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 1970 Reliant Scimitar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW 325 | 1970 Reliant Scimitar | |
| Make | BMW | Reliant |
| Model | 325 | Scimitar |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2498 cc | 2994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 267 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1434 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 23 L |
