2005 BMW 325 vs. 1957 Riley 2.6
To start off, 2005 BMW 325 is newer by 48 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 2,639 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Riley 2.6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 325 (190 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1957 Riley 2.6. (101 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 325 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 10 kg more than 2005 BMW 325.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 BMW 325 (237 Nm) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Riley 2.6. (194 Nm). This means 2005 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Riley 2.6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 325 | 1957 Riley 2.6 | |
| Make | BMW | Riley |
| Model | 325 | 2.6 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2491 cc | 2639 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 194 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 79.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 54 L |
