2009 BMW 325 vs. 1957 Riley 1.5
To start off, 2009 BMW 325 is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Riley 1.5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Riley 1.5 would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1957 Riley 1.5. (63 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1957 Riley 1.5.
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, 2009 BMW 325 (315 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Riley 1.5. (112 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Riley 1.5.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 325 | 1957 Riley 1.5 | |
Make | BMW | Riley |
Model | 325 | 1.5 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 315 Nm | 112 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 88.9 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2190 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 31 L |