2011 BMW X6 vs. 1982 Reliant Scimitar
To start off, 2011 BMW X6 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Reliant Scimitar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Reliant Scimitar would be higher. At 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 BMW X6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW X6 (480 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 345 more horse power than 1982 Reliant Scimitar. (135 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW X6 should accelerate faster than 1982 Reliant Scimitar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW X6 weights approximately 1350 kg more than 1982 Reliant Scimitar. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 BMW X6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Reliant Scimitar. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 BMW X6 (779 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 573 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Reliant Scimitar. (206 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 BMW X6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Reliant Scimitar.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 BMW X6 | 1982 Reliant Scimitar | |
| Make | BMW | Reliant |
| Model | X6 | Scimitar |
| Year Released | 2011 | 1982 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4400 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 480 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 779 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2615 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 |
