2009 BMW M3 vs. 1967 Reliant Rebel
To start off, 2009 BMW M3 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Reliant Rebel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Reliant Rebel would be higher. At 3,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW M3 (414 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 383 more horse power than 1967 Reliant Rebel. (31 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1967 Reliant Rebel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW M3 weights approximately 786 kg more than 1967 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 M3 (400 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 349 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Reliant Rebel. (51 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Reliant Rebel.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW M3 | 1967 Reliant Rebel | |
Make | BMW | Reliant |
Model | M3 | Rebel |
Year Released | 2009 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3999 cc | 701 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 414 HP | 31 HP |
Engine RPM | 8300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 51 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 101 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 534 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 3710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2270 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 27 L |