2009 BMW 330 vs. 1971 Riley 4
To start off, 2009 BMW 330 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Riley 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Riley 4 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 330 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 1971 Riley 4. (67 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1971 Riley 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 330 weights approximately 567 kg more than 1971 Riley 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 BMW 330 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Riley 4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 BMW 330 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, 2009 BMW 330 (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Riley 4. (121 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Riley 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 330 | 1971 Riley 4 | |
| Make | BMW | Riley |
| Model | 330 | 4 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1622 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 76.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1148 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 45 L |
