2009 BMW 535 vs. 1988 Reliant Scimitar
To start off, 2009 BMW 535 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Reliant Scimitar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Reliant Scimitar would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 535 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 535 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 226 more horse power than 1988 Reliant Scimitar. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 1988 Reliant Scimitar.
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 535 (407 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 298 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Reliant Scimitar. (109 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Reliant Scimitar.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 535 | 1988 Reliant Scimitar | |
| Make | BMW | Reliant |
| Model | 535 | Scimitar |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1392 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 109 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2140 mm |
