2007 BMW 530 vs. 1967 Reliant Rebel
To start off, 2007 BMW 530 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Reliant Rebel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Reliant Rebel would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 530 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 223 more horse power than 1967 Reliant Rebel. (31 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1967 Reliant Rebel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 530 weights approximately 966 kg more than 1967 Reliant Rebel. 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 530 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Reliant Rebel. (51 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Reliant Rebel.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 530 | 1967 Reliant Rebel | |
Make | BMW | Reliant |
Model | 530 | Rebel |
Year Released | 2007 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 701 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 254 HP | 31 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 51 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 8.8:1 |
Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 101 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 534 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2270 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 27 L |