2008 BMW 320 vs. 1962 Reliant Sabre 4
To start off, 2008 BMW 320 is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Reliant Sabre 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Reliant Sabre 4 would be higher. At 2,171 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 320 (168 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1962 Reliant Sabre 4. (70 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1962 Reliant Sabre 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 320 weights approximately 673 kg more than 1962 Reliant Sabre 4. 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, 2008 BMW 320 (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Reliant Sabre 4. (123 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Reliant Sabre 4.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 320 | 1962 Reliant Sabre 4 | |
Make | BMW | Reliant |
Model | 320 | Sabre 4 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1962 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2171 cc | 1702 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 123 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 82.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 8.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 797 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2290 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 38 L |