2005 BMW 530 vs. 1960 Riley 4
To start off, 2005 BMW 530 is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Riley 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Riley 4 would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 530 (254 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1960 Riley 4. (63 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1960 Riley 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 530 weights approximately 620 kg more than 1960 Riley 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 BMW 530 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Riley 4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 BMW 530 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 BMW 530 (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Riley 4. (116 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Riley 4.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 530 | 1960 Riley 4 | |
Make | BMW | Riley |
Model | 530 | 4 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1960 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 254 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 116 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 45 L |