2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK vs. 1959 Riley Two Point Six
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK is newer by 49 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK (269 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1959 Riley Two Point Six. (97 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK should accelerate faster than 1959 Riley Two Point Six. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK weights approximately 10 kg more than 1959 Riley Two Point Six. 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 Mercedes-Benz CLK (350 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Riley Two Point Six. (183 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Riley Two Point Six.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK | 1959 Riley Two Point Six | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Riley |
| Model | CLK | Two Point Six |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 2639 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 269 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2890 mm |
