1987 Buick Regal vs. 1959 Riley Two Point Six
To start off, 1987 Buick Regal is newer by 28 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 2,843 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Buick Regal (135 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1959 Riley Two Point Six. (97 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Buick Regal 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 300 kg more than 1987 Buick Regal.
Because 1959 Riley Two Point Six is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1959 Riley Two Point Six. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Buick Regal, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1987 Buick Regal (244 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Riley Two Point Six. (183 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1987 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Riley Two Point Six.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Buick Regal | 1959 Riley Two Point Six | |
Make | Buick | Riley |
Model | Regal | Two Point Six |
Year Released | 1987 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2843 cc | 2639 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 135 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 244 Nm | 183 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1640 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2890 mm |