2009 BMW 740 vs. 1976 Reliant SE6
To start off, 2009 BMW 740 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Reliant SE6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Reliant SE6 would be higher. At 3,901 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 740 (254 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1976 Reliant SE6. (133 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 1976 Reliant SE6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 740 weights approximately 840 kg more than 1976 Reliant SE6. 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 (600 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 367 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Reliant SE6. (233 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Reliant SE6. 2009 BMW 740 has automatic transmission and 1976 Reliant SE6 has manual transmission. 1976 Reliant SE6 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 | 1976 Reliant SE6 | |
Make | BMW | Reliant |
Model | 740 | SE6 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3901 cc | 2994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 254 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 600 Nm | 233 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2090 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2650 mm |