2008 BMW 325 vs. 1958 Riley 4
To start off, 2008 BMW 325 is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Riley 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Riley 4 would be higher. At 2,493 cc, 2008 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 325 (189 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1958 Riley 4. (63 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1958 Riley 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 325 weights approximately 320 kg more than 1958 Riley 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2008 BMW 325 (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Riley 4. (115 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Riley 4. 2008 BMW 325 has automatic transmission and 1958 Riley 4 has manual transmission. 1958 Riley 4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 BMW 325 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 325 | 1958 Riley 4 | |
Make | BMW | Riley |
Model | 325 | 4 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1958 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2493 cc | 1489 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 189 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2530 mm |