2007 BMW 550 vs. 1980 Reliant GTC
To start off, 2007 BMW 550 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Reliant GTC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Reliant GTC would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 550 (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 225 more horse power than 1980 Reliant GTC. (135 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 1980 Reliant GTC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 550 weights approximately 435 kg more than 1980 Reliant GTC. 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 550 (489 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 283 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Reliant GTC. (206 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Reliant GTC.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 550 | 1980 Reliant GTC | |
Make | BMW | Reliant |
Model | 550 | GTC |
Year Released | 2007 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 2792 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 360 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 489 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Top Speed | 241 km/hour | 178 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 91 L |