1962 Riley One-Point-Five vs. 2012 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2012 GMC Sierra is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Riley One-Point-Five. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Riley One-Point-Five would be higher. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 GMC Sierra (353 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 291 more horse power than 1962 Riley One-Point-Five. (62 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 1962 Riley One-Point-Five. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 GMC Sierra weights approximately 1724 kg more than 1962 Riley One-Point-Five. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 GMC Sierra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Riley One-Point-Five. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 GMC Sierra 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 GMC Sierra (506 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 394 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Riley One-Point-Five. (112 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Riley One-Point-Five.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Riley One-Point-Five | 2012 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Riley | GMC |
| Model | One-Point-Five | Sierra |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 353 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 506 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 2659 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 5720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 2440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 3380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 129 L |
