2004 BMW X5 vs. 1963 Reliant Sabre 4
To start off, 2004 BMW X5 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Reliant Sabre 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Reliant Sabre 4 would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW X5 (355 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 285 more horse power than 1963 Reliant Sabre 4. (70 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1963 Reliant Sabre 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW X5 weights approximately 1478 kg more than 1963 Reliant Sabre 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Reliant Sabre 4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 BMW X5 will offer significantly more control. 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 X5 (500 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 377 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Reliant Sabre 4. (123 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2004 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Reliant Sabre 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW X5 | 1963 Reliant Sabre 4 | |
| Make | BMW | Reliant |
| Model | X5 | Sabre 4 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 1703 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 355 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2275 kg | 797 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 38 L |
