2009 BMW M6 vs. 1975 Reliant Scimitar
To start off, 2009 BMW M6 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Reliant Scimitar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Reliant Scimitar would be higher. At 4,999 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW M6 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 365 more horse power than 1975 Reliant Scimitar. (135 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 1975 Reliant Scimitar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW M6 weights approximately 14 kg more than 1975 Reliant Scimitar. 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 M6 (519 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 283 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Reliant Scimitar. (236 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Reliant Scimitar.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW M6 | 1975 Reliant Scimitar | |
Make | BMW | Reliant |
Model | M6 | Scimitar |
Year Released | 2009 | 1975 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4999 cc | 2994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 519 Nm | 236 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1266 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 27 L |