2005 Porsche 911 vs. 1959 Riley Two Point Six
To start off, 2005 Porsche 911 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 3,605 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 911 (445 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 348 more horse power than 1959 Riley Two Point Six. (97 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 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 50 kg more than 2005 Porsche 911.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Porsche 911 (620 Nm) has 437 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Riley Two Point Six. (183 Nm). This means 2005 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Riley Two Point Six.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Porsche 911 | 1959 Riley Two Point Six | |
| Make | Porsche | Riley |
| Model | 911 | Two Point Six |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3605 cc | 2639 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 445 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 620 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2890 mm |
