1999 BMW 330 vs. 1959 Riley 4-68
To start off, 1999 BMW 330 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Riley 4-68. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Riley 4-68 would be higher. At 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW 330 (183 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1959 Riley 4-68. (63 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1959 Riley 4-68. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW 330 weights approximately 528 kg more than 1959 Riley 4-68. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 BMW 330 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Riley 4-68. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 BMW 330 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, 1999 BMW 330 (390 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Riley 4-68. (115 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1999 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Riley 4-68.
Compare all specifications:
1999 BMW 330 | 1959 Riley 4-68 | |
Make | BMW | Riley |
Model | 330 | 4-68 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2977 cc | 1489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 183 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 390 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 88.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 8.3:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1092 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 45 L |