1999 BMW 529 vs. 1957 Riley 2.6
To start off, 1999 BMW 529 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Riley 2.6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Riley 2.6 would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 BMW 529 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW 529 (193 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1957 Riley 2.6. (101 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW 529 should accelerate faster than 1957 Riley 2.6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Riley 2.6 weights approximately 15 kg more than 1999 BMW 529.
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, 1999 BMW 529 (410 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Riley 2.6. (194 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 BMW 529 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Riley 2.6.
Compare all specifications:
1999 BMW 529 | 1957 Riley 2.6 | |
Make | BMW | Riley |
Model | 529 | 2.6 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 2639 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 193 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 194 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 79.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 88.9 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1625 kg | 1640 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 54 L |