1999 BMW Z9 vs. 1970 Reliant Bug
To start off, 1999 BMW Z9 is newer by 29 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 3,901 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 BMW Z9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW Z9 (242 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 1970 Reliant Bug. (31 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW Z9 should accelerate faster than 1970 Reliant Bug.
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 Z9 (560 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 508 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Reliant Bug. (52 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 BMW Z9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Reliant Bug.
Compare all specifications:
1999 BMW Z9 | 1970 Reliant Bug | |
Make | BMW | Reliant |
Model | Z9 | Bug |
Year Released | 1999 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3901 cc | 701 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 242 HP | 31 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 560 Nm | 52 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 2800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1400 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 1960 mm |