1957 Riley Pathfinder vs. 2010 BMW Z4
To start off, 2010 BMW Z4 is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Riley Pathfinder. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Riley Pathfinder would be higher. At 2,442 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Riley Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW Z4 (244 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1957 Riley Pathfinder. (108 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1957 Riley Pathfinder. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Riley Pathfinder weights approximately 45 kg more than 2010 BMW Z4.
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, 2010 BMW Z4 (350 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Riley Pathfinder. (183 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Riley Pathfinder.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Riley Pathfinder | 2010 BMW Z4 | |
Make | Riley | BMW |
Model | Pathfinder | Z4 |
Year Released | 1957 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2442 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 244 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 183 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 90.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 120 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 1490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4239 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1791 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2497 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 55 L |