2008 BMW 730 vs. 1968 Reliant Regal
To start off, 2008 BMW 730 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 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 730 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 225 more horse power than 1968 Reliant Regal. (29 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 1968 Reliant Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 730 weights approximately 1365 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 730 (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Reliant Regal. (46 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Reliant Regal. 2008 BMW 730 has automatic transmission and 1968 Reliant Regal has manual transmission. 1968 Reliant Regal will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 BMW 730 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 730 | 1968 Reliant Regal | |
| Make | BMW | Reliant |
| Model | 730 | Regal |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2995 cc | 700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 46 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 244 km/hour | 120 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 3440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 1940 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 27 L |
