2003 BMW M3 vs. 1975 Reliant Kitten

To start off, 2003 BMW M3 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Reliant Kitten. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Reliant Kitten would be higher. At 3,168 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW M3 (342 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 302 more horse power than 1975 Reliant Kitten. (40 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1975 Reliant Kitten. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW M3 weights approximately 850 kg more than 1975 Reliant Kitten. 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, 2003 BMW M3 (350 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 287 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Reliant Kitten. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Reliant Kitten.

Compare all specifications:

2003 BMW M3 1975 Reliant Kitten
Make BMW Reliant
Model M3 Kitten
Year Released 2003 1975
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3168 cc 848 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 342 HP 40 HP
Engine RPM 7900 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 350 Nm 63 Nm
Torque RPM 4900 RPM 3500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 87 mm 62.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 91 mm 69.1 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 11.5:1 9.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Vehicle Weight 1385 kg 535 kg
Vehicle Length 4500 mm 3330 mm
Vehicle Width 1790 mm 1430 mm
Vehicle Height 1370 mm 1400 mm
Wheelbase Size 2730 mm 2150 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 63 L 27 L


 

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