1972 Ferrari Dino vs. 1957 Riley 1.5
To start off, 1972 Ferrari Dino is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Riley 1.5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Riley 1.5 would be higher. At 2,418 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Ferrari Dino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Ferrari Dino (193 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1957 Riley 1.5. (63 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ferrari Dino should accelerate faster than 1957 Riley 1.5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ferrari Dino weights approximately 290 kg more than 1957 Riley 1.5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1972 Ferrari Dino (226 Nm) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Riley 1.5. (112 Nm). This means 1972 Ferrari Dino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Riley 1.5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ferrari Dino | 1957 Riley 1.5 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Riley |
| Model | Dino | 1.5 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2418 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.5 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 59.9 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2190 mm |
