1999 BMW Z9 vs. 1974 Reliant Rebel
To start off, 1999 BMW Z9 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Reliant Rebel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Reliant Rebel would be higher. At 4,397 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 BMW Z9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW Z9 (242 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 1974 Reliant Rebel. (31 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW Z9 should accelerate faster than 1974 Reliant Rebel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW Z9 weights approximately 1055 kg more than 1974 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, 1999 BMW Z9 (560 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 508 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Reliant Rebel. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 BMW Z9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Reliant Rebel.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW Z9 | 1974 Reliant Rebel | |
| Make | BMW | Reliant |
| Model | Z9 | Rebel |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4397 cc | 701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 31 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 3510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 2270 mm |
