1998 BMW 330 vs. 1977 Reliant SE6
To start off, 1998 BMW 330 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Reliant SE6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Reliant SE6 would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Reliant SE6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 BMW 330 (181 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1977 Reliant SE6. (133 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1977 Reliant SE6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 330 weights approximately 345 kg more than 1977 Reliant SE6. 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, 1998 BMW 330 (390 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Reliant SE6. (233 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Reliant SE6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW 330 | 1977 Reliant SE6 | |
| Make | BMW | Reliant |
| Model | 330 | SE6 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 390 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2650 mm |
