2009 BMW 530 vs. 1955 Riley Pathfinder
To start off, 2009 BMW 530 is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Riley Pathfinder. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Riley Pathfinder would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 530 (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1955 Riley Pathfinder. (108 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1955 Riley Pathfinder. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 530 weights approximately 55 kg more than 1955 Riley Pathfinder. 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, 2009 BMW 530 (481 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 299 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Riley Pathfinder. (182 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Riley Pathfinder. 2009 BMW 530 has automatic transmission and 1955 Riley Pathfinder has manual transmission. 1955 Riley Pathfinder will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW 530 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 530 | 1955 Riley Pathfinder | |
| Make | BMW | Riley |
| Model | 530 | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1955 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2443 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 481 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 59 L |
