2007 BMW Z4 vs. 1975 Reliant Kitten
To start off, 2007 BMW Z4 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Reliant Kitten. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Reliant Kitten would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW Z4 (358 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 318 more horse power than 1975 Reliant Kitten. (40 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1975 Reliant Kitten.
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 Z4 (385 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 322 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Reliant Kitten. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Reliant Kitten.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW Z4 | 1975 Reliant Kitten | |
Make | BMW | Reliant |
Model | Z4 | Kitten |
Year Released | 2007 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3199 cc | 848 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 358 HP | 40 HP |
Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 385 Nm | 63 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 3330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2150 mm |