2008 BMW 335 vs. 1968 Reliant Regal
To start off, 2008 BMW 335 is newer by 40 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 335 (302 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 273 more horse power than 1968 Reliant Regal. (29 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1968 Reliant Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 335 weights approximately 1357 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, 2008 BMW 335 (400 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 354 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Reliant Regal. (46 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Reliant Regal.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 335 | 1968 Reliant Regal | |
Make | BMW | Reliant |
Model | 335 | Regal |
Year Released | 2008 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 302 HP | 29 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 46 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1300 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 60.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 61 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 7.5:1 |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 120 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1812 kg | 455 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 1940 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 27 L |