2005 BMW 535 vs. 1967 Reliant Rebel
To start off, 2005 BMW 535 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Reliant Rebel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Reliant Rebel would be higher. At 3,428 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 BMW 535 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 535 (241 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 1967 Reliant Rebel. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 1967 Reliant Rebel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 535 weights approximately 1075 kg more than 1967 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, 2005 BMW 535 (330 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 279 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Reliant Rebel. (51 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Reliant Rebel.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 535 | 1967 Reliant Rebel | |
Make | BMW | Reliant |
Model | 535 | Rebel |
Year Released | 2005 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3428 cc | 748 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 241 HP | 35 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 51 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 7.8:1 |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 104 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1685 kg | 610 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2270 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 38 L |