2010 BMW X6 vs. 1986 Reliant Scimitar
To start off, 2010 BMW X6 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Reliant Scimitar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Reliant Scimitar would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW X6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW X6 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1986 Reliant Scimitar. (133 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW X6 should accelerate faster than 1986 Reliant Scimitar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW X6 weights approximately 955 kg more than 1986 Reliant Scimitar. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 BMW X6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Reliant Scimitar. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 BMW X6 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 BMW X6 (406 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Reliant Scimitar. (206 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 BMW X6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Reliant Scimitar.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 BMW X6 | 1986 Reliant Scimitar | |
| Make | BMW | Reliant |
| Model | X6 | Scimitar |
| Year Released | 2010 | 1986 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3000 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 406 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2220 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4879 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1984 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1689 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2934 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 27 L |
