2006 BMW MM Roadster vs. 1981 Reliant Scimitar
To start off, 2006 BMW MM Roadster is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Reliant Scimitar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Reliant Scimitar would be higher. At 3,245 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW MM Roadster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW MM Roadster (330 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1981 Reliant Scimitar. (135 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW MM Roadster should accelerate faster than 1981 Reliant Scimitar.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 BMW MM Roadster (355 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Reliant Scimitar. (207 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 BMW MM Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Reliant Scimitar.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW MM Roadster | 1981 Reliant Scimitar | |
| Make | BMW | Reliant |
| Model | MM Roadster | Scimitar |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3245 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 207 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2640 mm |
