2007 BMW 130 vs. 1968 Reliant Regal
To start off, 2007 BMW 130 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Reliant Regal. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Reliant Regal would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 130 (261 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 1968 Reliant Regal. (29 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 130 should accelerate faster than 1968 Reliant Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 130 weights approximately 920 kg more than 1968 Reliant Regal. 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, 2007 BMW 130 (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 274 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Reliant Regal. (46 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Reliant Regal. 2007 BMW 130 has automatic transmission and 1968 Reliant Regal has manual transmission. 1968 Reliant Regal will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW 130 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 130 | 1968 Reliant Regal | |
| Make | BMW | Reliant |
| Model | 130 | Regal |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 261 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 46 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 60.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 61 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 1940 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 27 L |
