2009 BMW Z4 vs. 1967 Reliant Rebel
To start off, 2009 BMW Z4 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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW Z4 (261 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 230 more horse power than 1967 Reliant Rebel. (31 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1967 Reliant Rebel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW Z4 weights approximately 861 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 Z4 (315 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 264 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Reliant Rebel. (51 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Reliant Rebel.
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2009 BMW Z4 | 1967 Reliant Rebel | |
Make | BMW | Reliant |
Model | Z4 | Rebel |
Year Released | 2009 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 701 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 261 HP | 31 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 315 Nm | 51 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 8.8:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 534 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 3710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2270 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 27 L |