2002 BMW M3 vs. 1963 Riley One-Point-Five
To start off, 2002 BMW M3 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Riley One-Point-Five. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Riley One-Point-Five would be higher. At 3,997 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 BMW M3 (444 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 382 more horse power than 1963 Riley One-Point-Five. (62 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1963 Riley One-Point-Five. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 BMW M3 weights approximately 165 kg more than 1963 Riley One-Point-Five. 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 M3 (480 Nm) has 368 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Riley One-Point-Five. (112 Nm). This means 2002 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Riley One-Point-Five.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 BMW M3 | 1963 Riley One-Point-Five | |
| Make | BMW | Riley |
| Model | M3 | One-Point-Five |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3997 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 480 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 935 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2190 mm |
