UK vs United Kingdom — 1968 vs 1968
| Scimitar GTE SE5 | Scimitar GTE SE6 | |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 138 hp | 138 hp |
| Torque | 175 lb-ft | — |
| Engine Size | 2,994 cc | — |
| 0-60 mph | 8.9 sec | — |
| Top Speed | 120 mph | — |
| ¼ Mile | 16.8 sec | — |
| Weight | 2,465 lbs | — |
| Wheelbase | 2,438 mm | — |
| Length | 4,267 mm | — |
| Units Produced | 14,000 | — |
| Value (Excellent) | $35,000 | $35,000 |
| Collectibility | 6/10 | 6/10 |
| Rarity | 6/10 | 5/10 |
It's a closely fought contest. The 1968 Reliant Scimitar GTE SE5 brings better value to the table, and the 1968 Reliant Scimitar GTE SE6 answers with its own distinct appeal. Both are excellent machines that reward their owners in different ways — there's no wrong answer here.
Few model names carry as much weight as the Reliant Scimitar GTE. The 1968 and 1968 iterations represent different chapters in this storied nameplate's history, each reflecting the priorities and technologies of its era. On paper, the two are remarkably close in power output, with the 1968 Reliant Scimitar GTE SE5 producing 138 hp and the 1968 Reliant Scimitar GTE SE6 delivering 138 hp. The engine configurations differ significantly — a V6 OHV (Ford Essex) in the Reliant Scimitar GTE versus a V6 in the Reliant Scimitar GTE. Each of these machines offers a unique window into the era that produced it, making both worthy of consideration by collectors and drivers alike.