2004 BMW 760 vs. 1969 Reliant Rebel
To start off, 2004 BMW 760 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Reliant Rebel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Reliant Rebel would be higher. At 6,129 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 BMW 760 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 760 (438 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 407 more horse power than 1969 Reliant Rebel. (31 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 760 should accelerate faster than 1969 Reliant Rebel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 760 weights approximately 1635 kg more than 1969 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, 2004 BMW 760 (602 Nm) has 550 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Reliant Rebel. (52 Nm). This means 2004 BMW 760 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Reliant Rebel. 2004 BMW 760 has automatic transmission and 1969 Reliant Rebel has manual transmission. 1969 Reliant Rebel will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 BMW 760 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 760 | 1969 Reliant Rebel | |
| Make | BMW | Reliant |
| Model | 760 | Rebel |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6129 cc | 701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 438 HP | 31 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 602 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2210 kg | 575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 3510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2270 mm |
