1957 Porsche 356 vs. 1962 Riley One-Point-Five
To start off, 1962 Riley One-Point-Five is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Porsche 356. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Porsche 356 would be higher. At 1,581 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Porsche 356 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Riley One-Point-Five (62 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1957 Porsche 356. (59 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Riley One-Point-Five should accelerate faster than 1957 Porsche 356. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Riley One-Point-Five weights approximately 145 kg more than 1957 Porsche 356. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Porsche 356 | 1962 Riley One-Point-Five | |
| Make | Porsche | Riley |
| Model | 356 | One-Point-Five |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2190 mm |
