2009 BMW 740 vs. 1968 Reliant Regal
To start off, 2009 BMW 740 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 3,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 740 (302 HP) has 273 more horse power than 1968 Reliant Regal. (29 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 1968 Reliant Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 740 weights approximately 1530 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 740 (390 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 344 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Reliant Regal. (46 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Reliant Regal. 2009 BMW 740 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. 2009 BMW 740 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 740 | 1968 Reliant Regal | |
| Make | BMW | Reliant |
| Model | 740 | Regal |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3998 cc | 700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 29 HP |
| Torque | 390 Nm | 46 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Top Speed | 250 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 | 1985 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 |
