1996 BMW 535 vs. 1958 Riley Two Point Six
To start off, 1996 BMW 535 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Riley Two Point Six. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Riley Two Point Six would be higher. At 3,498 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 BMW 535 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW 535 (235 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1958 Riley Two Point Six. (96 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 1958 Riley Two Point Six. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Riley Two Point Six weights approximately 30 kg more than 1996 BMW 535.
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, 1996 BMW 535 (320 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Riley Two Point Six. (183 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1996 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Riley Two Point Six.
Compare all specifications:
1996 BMW 535 | 1958 Riley Two Point Six | |
Make | BMW | Riley |
Model | 535 | Two Point Six |
Year Released | 1996 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3498 cc | 2639 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 235 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 183 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1640 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2890 mm |