1956 Riley Pathfinder vs. 2001 BMW Z3
To start off, 2001 BMW Z3 is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Riley Pathfinder. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Riley Pathfinder would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 BMW Z3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW Z3 (229 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1956 Riley Pathfinder. (108 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW Z3 should accelerate faster than 1956 Riley Pathfinder. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Riley Pathfinder weights approximately 91 kg more than 2001 BMW Z3.
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, 2001 BMW Z3 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Riley Pathfinder. (183 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 BMW Z3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Riley Pathfinder. 2001 BMW Z3 has automatic transmission and 1956 Riley Pathfinder has manual transmission. 1956 Riley Pathfinder will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 BMW Z3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Riley Pathfinder | 2001 BMW Z3 | |
| Make | Riley | BMW |
| Model | Pathfinder | Z3 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2443 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 229 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 120 mm | 89.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.3:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1536 kg | 1445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 51 L |
