2006 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 1969 Reliant Scimitar
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Reliant Scimitar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Reliant Scimitar would be higher. At 3,228 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz E (201 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1969 Reliant Scimitar. (123 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1969 Reliant Scimitar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 595 kg more than 1969 Reliant Scimitar. 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 Mercedes-Benz E (500 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Reliant Scimitar. (266 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Reliant Scimitar.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mercedes-Benz E | 1969 Reliant Scimitar | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Reliant |
| Model | E | Scimitar |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3228 cc | 2992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 266 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2540 mm |
