2009 BMW 125 vs. 1968 Reliant Regal

To start off, 2009 BMW 125 is newer by 41 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 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 125 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 125 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1968 Reliant Regal. (29 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 125 should accelerate faster than 1968 Reliant Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 125 weights approximately 871 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, 2009 BMW 125 (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Reliant Regal. (46 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 125 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Reliant Regal.

Compare all specifications:

2009 BMW 125 1968 Reliant Regal
Make BMW Reliant
Model 125 Regal
Year Released 2009 1968
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2497 cc 700 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 215 HP 29 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 250 Nm 46 Nm
Torque RPM 2750 RPM 2500 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 10.2:1 7.5:1
Top Speed 245 km/hour 120 km/hour
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1326 kg 455 kg
Vehicle Length 4370 mm 3440 mm
Vehicle Width 1430 mm 1490 mm
Vehicle Height 1760 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 2670 mm 1940 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 53 L 27 L


 

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