1973 Ferrari 246 vs. 1959 Riley Two Point Six
To start off, 1973 Ferrari 246 is newer by 14 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, 1973 Ferrari 246 (196 HP) has 99 more horse power than 1959 Riley Two Point Six. (97 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Ferrari 246 should accelerate faster than 1959 Riley Two Point Six. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Riley Two Point Six 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 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Riley Two Point Six. (183 Nm). This means 1973 Ferrari 246 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Riley Two Point Six.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Ferrari 246 | 1959 Riley Two Point Six | |
| Make | Ferrari | Riley |
| Model | 246 | Two Point Six |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1959 |
| 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 | 97 HP |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| 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 |
