2005 Lexus SC vs. 1957 Riley 2.6
To start off, 2005 Lexus SC 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 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Lexus SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lexus SC (225 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1957 Riley 2.6. (101 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lexus SC 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 165 kg more than 2005 Lexus SC.
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, 2005 Lexus SC (290 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Riley 2.6. (194 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Lexus SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Riley 2.6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Lexus SC | 1957 Riley 2.6 | |
| Make | Lexus | Riley |
| Model | SC | 2.6 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 2639 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 194 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 79.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 54 L |
