2005 Lotus Esprit vs. 1959 Riley Two Point Six
To start off, 2005 Lotus Esprit is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Riley Two Point Six. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Riley Two Point Six would be higher. At 3,506 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Lotus Esprit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lotus Esprit (349 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 252 more horse power than 1959 Riley Two Point Six. (97 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 1959 Riley Two Point Six. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Riley Two Point Six weights approximately 260 kg more than 2005 Lotus Esprit.
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 Lotus Esprit (400 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Riley Two Point Six. (183 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Riley Two Point Six.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Lotus Esprit | 1959 Riley Two Point Six | |
Make | Lotus | Riley |
Model | Esprit | Two Point Six |
Year Released | 2005 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3506 cc | 2639 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 349 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 183 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1640 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2890 mm |