2006 Lexus RX vs. 1957 Riley 2.6
To start off, 2006 Lexus RX is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Riley 2.6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Riley 2.6 would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Lexus RX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lexus RX (201 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1957 Riley 2.6. (101 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lexus RX should accelerate faster than 1957 Riley 2.6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Riley 2.6 weights approximately 93 kg more than 2006 Lexus RX.
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, 2006 Lexus RX (283 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Riley 2.6. (194 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Lexus RX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Riley 2.6. 2006 Lexus RX has automatic transmission and 1957 Riley 2.6 has manual transmission. 1957 Riley 2.6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Lexus RX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Lexus RX | 1957 Riley 2.6 | |
| Make | Lexus | Riley |
| Model | RX | 2.6 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2995 cc | 2639 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 283 Nm | 194 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 79.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 150 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1547 kg | 1640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 54 L |
