2005 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 1957 Riley 1.5
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Riley 1.5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Riley 1.5 would be higher. At 5,506 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz S (493 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 430 more horse power than 1957 Riley 1.5. (63 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1957 Riley 1.5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 1156 kg more than 1957 Riley 1.5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Mercedes-Benz S (801 Nm) has 689 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Riley 1.5. (112 Nm). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Riley 1.5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercedes-Benz S | 1957 Riley 1.5 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Riley |
| Model | S | 1.5 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5506 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 801 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2091 kg | 935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2190 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 31 L |
