2008 BMW 650 vs. 1985 Reliant Scimitar
To start off, 2008 BMW 650 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Reliant Scimitar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Reliant Scimitar would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 BMW 650 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 650 (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 1985 Reliant Scimitar. (133 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 1985 Reliant Scimitar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 650 weights approximately 340 kg more than 1985 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 650 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 284 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Reliant Scimitar. (206 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 650 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Reliant Scimitar.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 650 | 1985 Reliant Scimitar | |
Make | BMW | Reliant |
Model | 650 | Scimitar |
Year Released | 2008 | 1985 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 2790 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 360 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92.1 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 68.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2640 mm |