2009 BMW 135 vs. 1974 Reliant Rebel
To start off, 2009 BMW 135 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Reliant Rebel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Reliant Rebel would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 135 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 135 (302 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 271 more horse power than 1974 Reliant Rebel. (31 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 135 should accelerate faster than 1974 Reliant Rebel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 135 weights approximately 745 kg more than 1974 Reliant Rebel. 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 135 (400 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 348 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Reliant Rebel. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Reliant Rebel. 2009 BMW 135 has automatic transmission and 1974 Reliant Rebel has manual transmission. 1974 Reliant Rebel will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW 135 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 BMW 135 | 1974 Reliant Rebel | |
Make | BMW | Reliant |
Model | 135 | Rebel |
Year Released | 2009 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 701 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 302 HP | 31 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 52 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 8.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 575 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 3510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2270 mm |