2000 Nissan Maxima vs. 1959 Riley 4-68
To start off, 2000 Nissan Maxima is newer by 41 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 2,952 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Nissan Maxima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Nissan Maxima (222 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1959 Riley 4-68. (63 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 1959 Riley 4-68. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Nissan Maxima weights approximately 448 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 1959 Riley 4-68 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 4-68. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Nissan Maxima, 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, 2000 Nissan Maxima (292 Nm) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Riley 4-68. (115 Nm). This means 2000 Nissan Maxima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Riley 4-68.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Nissan Maxima | 1959 Riley 4-68 | |
| Make | Nissan | Riley |
| Model | Maxima | 4-68 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2952 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 222 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Top Speed | 231 km/hour | 142 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1092 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2530 mm |
