2008 BMW 630 vs. 1961 Riley 4
To start off, 2008 BMW 630 is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Riley 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Riley 4 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 630 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 630 (255 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1961 Riley 4. (63 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 630 should accelerate faster than 1961 Riley 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 630 weights approximately 620 kg more than 1961 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 630 (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Riley 4. (115 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 630 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Riley 4.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 630 | 1961 Riley 4 | |
Make | BMW | Riley |
Model | 630 | 4 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1961 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 7.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 126 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 45 L |