1956 Ferrari 212 vs. 1959 Riley One-Point-Five
To start off, 1959 Riley One-Point-Five is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Ferrari 212. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Ferrari 212 would be higher. At 2,562 cc (12 cylinders), 1956 Ferrari 212 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Ferrari 212 (163 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1959 Riley One-Point-Five. (62 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Ferrari 212 should accelerate faster than 1959 Riley One-Point-Five. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Riley One-Point-Five weights approximately 60 kg more than 1956 Ferrari 212.
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1956 Ferrari 212 | 1959 Riley One-Point-Five | |
Make | Ferrari | Riley |
Model | 212 | One-Point-Five |
Year Released | 1956 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2562 cc | 1489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 935 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2190 mm |