1959 Riley Two Point Six vs. 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque

To start off, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque is newer by 53 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, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque (242 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1959 Riley Two Point Six. (97 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque should accelerate faster than 1959 Riley Two Point Six.

Because 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Riley Two Point Six. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque 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 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque (340 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Riley Two Point Six. (183 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Riley Two Point Six.

Compare all specifications:

1959 Riley Two Point Six 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque
Make Riley Land Rover
Model Two Point Six Range Rover Evoque
Year Released 1959 2012
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2639 cc 2000 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 97 HP 242 HP
Engine RPM 4750 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 183 Nm 340 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 1750 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1640 kg 1640 kg
Vehicle Length 4720 mm 4356 mm
Vehicle Width 1710 mm 1966 mm
Vehicle Height 1560 mm 1605 mm
Wheelbase Size 2890 mm 2662 mm


 

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