2009 BMW 335 vs. 1983 Reliant Kitten
To start off, 2009 BMW 335 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Reliant Kitten. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Reliant Kitten would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 335 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 260 more horse power than 1983 Reliant Kitten. (40 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1983 Reliant Kitten.
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 335 (407 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 343 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Reliant Kitten. (64 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Reliant Kitten.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 335 | 1983 Reliant Kitten | |
Make | BMW | Reliant |
Model | 335 | Kitten |
Year Released | 2009 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 848 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 40 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 64 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 62.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 69.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 3330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2150 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 27 L |