2007 BMW 335 vs. 1959 Riley Two Point Six
To start off, 2007 BMW 335 is newer by 48 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 335 (302 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 1959 Riley Two Point Six. (97 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 335 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 115 kg more than 2007 BMW 335.
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, 2007 BMW 335 (400 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Riley Two Point Six. (183 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Riley Two Point Six.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 335 | 1959 Riley Two Point Six | |
Make | BMW | Riley |
Model | 335 | Two Point Six |
Year Released | 2007 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 2639 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 302 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 183 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1640 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2890 mm |