2005 BMW 320 vs. 1970 Reliant Bug
To start off, 2005 BMW 320 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Reliant Bug. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Reliant Bug would be higher. At 2,171 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 320 (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1970 Reliant Bug. (31 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1970 Reliant Bug. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 320 weights approximately 1142 kg more than 1970 Reliant Bug. 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, 2005 BMW 320 (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Reliant Bug. (52 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Reliant Bug.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 320 | 1970 Reliant Bug | |
Make | BMW | Reliant |
Model | 320 | Bug |
Year Released | 2005 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2171 cc | 701 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 31 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 52 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 60.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 61 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 222 km/hour | 121 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 408 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 2800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1400 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 1960 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 23 L |