1957 Riley 2.6 vs. 2005 Volvo S60
To start off, 2005 Volvo S60 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 2,639 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Riley 2.6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volvo S60 (179 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1957 Riley 2.6. (101 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 1957 Riley 2.6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Riley 2.6 weights approximately 71 kg more than 2005 Volvo S60.
Because 1957 Riley 2.6 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1957 Riley 2.6. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Volvo S60, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Volvo S60 (240 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Riley 2.6. (194 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Riley 2.6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Riley 2.6 | 2005 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Riley | Volvo |
| Model | 2.6 | S60 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2639 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 179 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 194 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 77 mm |
| Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 1569 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 70 L |
