2005 BMW 730 vs. 1962 Reliant Sabre Six
To start off, 2005 BMW 730 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Reliant Sabre Six. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Reliant Sabre Six would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 730 (225 HP) has 117 more horse power than 1962 Reliant Sabre Six. (108 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 1962 Reliant Sabre Six. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 730 weights approximately 1159 kg more than 1962 Reliant Sabre Six. 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 730 (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 315 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Reliant Sabre Six. (185 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Reliant Sabre Six.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 730 | 1962 Reliant Sabre Six | |
Make | BMW | Reliant |
Model | 730 | Sabre Six |
Year Released | 2005 | 1962 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 2553 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 108 HP |
Torque | 500 Nm | 185 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 8.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 816 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2290 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 38 L |