2005 Mercedes-Benz CL vs. 1958 Riley Two Point Six
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Riley Two Point Six. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Riley Two Point Six would be higher. At 5,441 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL (493 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 397 more horse power than 1958 Riley Two Point Six. (96 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1958 Riley Two Point Six. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 290 kg more than 1958 Riley Two Point Six. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL (700 Nm) has 517 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Riley Two Point Six. (183 Nm). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Riley Two Point Six.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL | 1958 Riley Two Point Six | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Riley |
| Model | CL | Two Point Six |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5441 cc | 2639 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1930 kg | 1640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2890 mm |
