1959 Riley 4 vs. 2012 BMW X6
To start off, 2012 BMW X6 is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Riley 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Riley 4 would be higher. At 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 BMW X6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW X6 (555 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 492 more horse power than 1959 Riley 4. (63 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW X6 should accelerate faster than 1959 Riley 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X6 weights approximately 1275 kg more than 1959 Riley 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 BMW X6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Riley 4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW X6 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 BMW X6 (677 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 562 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Riley 4. (115 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Riley 4. 2012 BMW X6 has automatic transmission and 1959 Riley 4 has manual transmission. 1959 Riley 4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 BMW X6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Riley 4 | 2012 BMW X6 | |
Make | Riley | BMW |
Model | 4 | X6 |
Year Released | 1959 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1487 cc | 4400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 555 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 115 Nm | 677 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 2415 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4877 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1983 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2933 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 85 L |