2007 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1958 Riley Two Point Six
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Riley Two Point Six. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Riley Two Point Six would be higher. At 4,802 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 1958 Riley Two Point Six. (96 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1958 Riley Two Point Six. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 720 kg more than 1958 Riley Two Point Six. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Riley Two Point Six. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado (414 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Riley Two Point Six. (183 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Riley Two Point Six.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Silverado | 1958 Riley Two Point Six | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Riley |
| Model | Silverado | Two Point Six |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4802 cc | 2639 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2890 mm |
