1973 Ferrari 246 vs. 1957 Riley 2.6
To start off, 1973 Ferrari 246 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Riley 2.6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Riley 2.6 would be higher. At 2,639 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Riley 2.6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Ferrari 246 (196 HP) has 95 more horse power than 1957 Riley 2.6. (101 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Ferrari 246 should accelerate faster than 1957 Riley 2.6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Riley 2.6 weights approximately 560 kg more than 1973 Ferrari 246.
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, 1973 Ferrari 246 (226 Nm) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Riley 2.6. (194 Nm). This means 1973 Ferrari 246 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Riley 2.6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Ferrari 246 | 1957 Riley 2.6 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Riley |
| Model | 246 | 2.6 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2418 cc | 2639 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 196 HP | 101 HP |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 194 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.5 mm | 79.4 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 |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2890 mm |
