1970 Riley 4 vs. 2012 BMW 650
To start off, 2012 BMW 650 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Riley 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Riley 4 would be higher. At 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 BMW 650 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 650 (400 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 333 more horse power than 1970 Riley 4. (67 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 1970 Riley 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 650 weights approximately 942 kg more than 1970 Riley 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 BMW 650 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Riley 4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW 650 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 650 (609 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 489 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Riley 4. (120 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 650 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Riley 4.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Riley 4 | 2012 BMW 650 | |
Make | Riley | BMW |
Model | 4 | 650 |
Year Released | 1970 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1622 cc | 4400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 120 Nm | 609 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1148 kg | 2090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4894 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1894 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1369 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2855 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 70 L |