1999 BMW 750 vs. 1979 Reliant Scimitar
To start off, 1999 BMW 750 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Reliant Scimitar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Reliant Scimitar would be higher. At 5,370 cc (12 cylinders), 1999 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW 750 (317 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1979 Reliant Scimitar. (136 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 1979 Reliant Scimitar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW 750 weights approximately 793 kg more than 1979 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, 1999 BMW 750 (490 Nm) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Reliant Scimitar. (236 Nm). This means 1999 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Reliant Scimitar.
Compare all specifications:
1999 BMW 750 | 1979 Reliant Scimitar | |
Make | BMW | Reliant |
Model | 750 | Scimitar |
Year Released | 1999 | 1979 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5370 cc | 2994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 136 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 236 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 93.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 72.4 mm |
Top Speed | 206 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2058 kg | 1265 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2640 mm |