2004 BMW 325 vs. 1979 Reliant SE6
To start off, 2004 BMW 325 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Reliant SE6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Reliant SE6 would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Reliant SE6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Reliant SE6 (133 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2004 BMW 325. (116 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Reliant SE6 should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 325 weights approximately 80 kg more than 1979 Reliant SE6.
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, 1979 Reliant SE6 (233 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 325. (220 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1979 Reliant SE6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 325 | 1979 Reliant SE6 | |
| Make | BMW | Reliant |
| Model | 325 | SE6 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2650 mm |
