2006 BMW 325 vs. 1956 Riley Pathfinder
To start off, 2006 BMW 325 is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Riley Pathfinder. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Riley Pathfinder would be higher. At 2,999 cc, 2006 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1956 Riley Pathfinder. (108 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1956 Riley Pathfinder. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Riley Pathfinder weights approximately 176 kg more than 2006 BMW 325.
Because 2006 BMW 325 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Riley Pathfinder. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 BMW 325 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 BMW 325 (251 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Riley Pathfinder. (183 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Riley Pathfinder.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 325 | 1956 Riley Pathfinder | |
| Make | BMW | Riley |
| Model | 325 | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1956 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2999 cc | 2443 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.9 mm | 120 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 7.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1536 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 59 L |
