1959 Riley Two Point Six vs. 2005 Volvo V40
To start off, 2005 Volvo V40 is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Riley Two Point Six. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Riley Two Point Six would be higher. At 2,639 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Riley Two Point Six is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volvo V40 (108 HP) has 11 more horse power than 1959 Riley Two Point Six. (97 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volvo V40 should accelerate faster than 1959 Riley Two Point Six. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Riley Two Point Six weights approximately 360 kg more than 2005 Volvo V40.
Because 1959 Riley Two Point Six 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 1959 Riley Two Point Six. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Volvo V40, 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, 1959 Riley Two Point Six (183 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volvo V40. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1959 Riley Two Point Six will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volvo V40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Riley Two Point Six | 2005 Volvo V40 | |
| Make | Riley | Volvo |
| Model | Two Point Six | V40 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2639 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2570 mm |
