2006 BMW M3 vs. 1975 Reliant SE6
To start off, 2006 BMW M3 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Reliant SE6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Reliant SE6 would be higher. At 3,245 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW M3 (333 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 1975 Reliant SE6. (133 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1975 Reliant SE6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW M3 weights approximately 320 kg more than 1975 Reliant SE6. 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, 2006 BMW M3 (355 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Reliant SE6. (233 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Reliant SE6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW M3 | 1975 Reliant SE6 | |
| Make | BMW | Reliant |
| Model | M3 | SE6 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3245 cc | 2994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 333 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2650 mm |
