1957 Riley 2.6 vs. 2005 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph
To start off, 2005 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Riley 2.6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Riley 2.6 would be higher. At 5,379 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph (322 HP @ 3900 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 1957 Riley 2.6. (101 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph should accelerate faster than 1957 Riley 2.6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph weights approximately 760 kg more than 1957 Riley 2.6. 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. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph (490 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 296 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Riley 2.6. (194 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Riley 2.6. 2005 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph has automatic transmission and 1957 Riley 2.6 has manual transmission. 1957 Riley 2.6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Riley 2.6 | 2005 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph | |
Make | Riley | Rolls-Royce |
Model | 2.6 | Silver Seraph |
Year Released | 1957 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2639 cc | 5379 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 322 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Torque | 194 Nm | 490 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 79 mm |
Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 2400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 5400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3120 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 100 L |