1998 BMW Z3 vs. 1967 Reliant Rebel
To start off, 1998 BMW Z3 is newer by 31 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 2,793 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 BMW Z3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 BMW Z3 (191 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1967 Reliant Rebel. (31 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW Z3 should accelerate faster than 1967 Reliant Rebel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW Z3 weights approximately 926 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, 1998 BMW Z3 (280 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Reliant Rebel. (51 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1998 BMW Z3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Reliant Rebel.
Compare all specifications:
1998 BMW Z3 | 1967 Reliant Rebel | |
Make | BMW | Reliant |
Model | Z3 | Rebel |
Year Released | 1998 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2793 cc | 701 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 191 HP | 31 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 51 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 534 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 3710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2270 mm |