2005 Lamborghini Murcielago vs. 1959 Riley One-Point-Five
To start off, 2005 Lamborghini Murcielago is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Riley One-Point-Five. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Riley One-Point-Five would be higher. At 6,192 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 Lamborghini Murcielago is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lamborghini Murcielago (563 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 501 more horse power than 1959 Riley One-Point-Five. (62 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lamborghini Murcielago should accelerate faster than 1959 Riley One-Point-Five. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lamborghini Murcielago weights approximately 715 kg more than 1959 Riley One-Point-Five. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Lamborghini Murcielago is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Riley One-Point-Five. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Lamborghini Murcielago 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 Lamborghini Murcielago (650 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 538 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Riley One-Point-Five. (112 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Lamborghini Murcielago will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Riley One-Point-Five.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Lamborghini Murcielago | 1959 Riley One-Point-Five | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Riley |
| Model | Murcielago | One-Point-Five |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 6192 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 563 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1070 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2190 mm |
