1998 BMW Z3 vs. 1970 Reliant Bug
To start off, 1998 BMW Z3 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Reliant Bug. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Reliant Bug 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 1970 Reliant Bug. (31 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW Z3 should accelerate faster than 1970 Reliant Bug. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW Z3 weights approximately 1052 kg more than 1970 Reliant Bug. 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 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Reliant Bug. (52 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1998 BMW Z3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Reliant Bug.
Compare all specifications:
1998 BMW Z3 | 1970 Reliant Bug | |
Make | BMW | Reliant |
Model | Z3 | Bug |
Year Released | 1998 | 1970 |
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 | 52 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 60.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 61 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 408 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 2800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1400 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 1960 mm |