2008 BMW 525 vs. 1984 Reliant Scimitar
To start off, 2008 BMW 525 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Reliant Scimitar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Reliant Scimitar would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 525 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1984 Reliant Scimitar. (68 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1984 Reliant Scimitar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 525 weights approximately 635 kg more than 1984 Reliant Scimitar. 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 525 (250 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Reliant Scimitar. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Reliant Scimitar.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 525 | 1984 Reliant Scimitar | |
| Make | BMW | Reliant |
| Model | 525 | Scimitar |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2140 mm |
