2001 Nissan Maxima vs. 1957 Riley 2.6
To start off, 2001 Nissan Maxima is newer by 44 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 2,956 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Nissan Maxima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Nissan Maxima (222 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1957 Riley 2.6. (101 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Nissan Maxima 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 100 kg more than 2001 Nissan Maxima.
Because 1957 Riley 2.6 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 1957 Riley 2.6. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Nissan Maxima (293 Nm) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Riley 2.6. (194 Nm). This means 2001 Nissan Maxima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Riley 2.6. 2001 Nissan Maxima has automatic transmission and 1957 Riley 2.6 has manual transmission. 1957 Riley 2.6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Nissan Maxima will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2001 Nissan Maxima | 1957 Riley 2.6 | |
Make | Nissan | Riley |
Model | Maxima | 2.6 |
Year Released | 2001 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2956 cc | 2639 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 222 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 293 Nm | 194 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1640 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2890 mm |