1997 Porsche 911 vs. 1959 Riley Two Point Six
To start off, 1997 Porsche 911 is newer by 38 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Porsche 911 (520 HP) has 423 more horse power than 1959 Riley Two Point Six. (97 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Porsche 911 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 490 kg more than 1997 Porsche 911.
Because 1997 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Riley Two Point Six. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1997 Porsche 911 (685 Nm) has 502 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Riley Two Point Six. (183 Nm). This means 1997 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Riley Two Point Six.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Porsche 911 | 1959 Riley Two Point Six | |
| Make | Porsche | Riley |
| Model | 911 | Two Point Six |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 2639 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 520 HP | 97 HP |
| Torque | 685 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1560 mm |
