1958 Riley Two Point Six vs. 1963 Triumph Dove GTR4
To start off, 1963 Triumph Dove GTR4 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Riley Two Point Six. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Riley Two Point Six would be higher. At 2,639 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Riley Two Point Six is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Triumph Dove GTR4 (104 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1958 Riley Two Point Six. (96 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Triumph Dove GTR4 should accelerate faster than 1958 Riley Two Point Six. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Riley Two Point Six weights approximately 625 kg more than 1963 Triumph Dove GTR4.
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:
| 1958 Riley Two Point Six | 1963 Triumph Dove GTR4 | |
| Make | Riley | Triumph |
| Model | Two Point Six | Dove GTR4 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2639 cc | 2138 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2140 mm |
