2002 BMW 330 vs. 1966 Riley 4
To start off, 2002 BMW 330 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Riley 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Riley 4 would be higher. At 2,501 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 BMW 330 (193 HP) has 126 more horse power than 1966 Riley 4. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2002 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1966 Riley 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 BMW 330 weights approximately 482 kg more than 1966 Riley 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2002 BMW 330 (237 Nm) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Riley 4. (122 Nm). This means 2002 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Riley 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 BMW 330 | 1966 Riley 4 | |
| Make | BMW | Riley |
| Model | 330 | 4 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2501 cc | 1622 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1148 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2530 mm |
