2009 BMW M3 vs. 1961 Riley 4
To start off, 2009 BMW M3 is newer by 48 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 3,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW M3 (414 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 351 more horse power than 1961 Riley 4. (63 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1961 Riley 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW M3 weights approximately 385 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, 2009 BMW M3 (400 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Riley 4. (115 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2009 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Riley 4.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW M3 | 1961 Riley 4 | |
Make | BMW | Riley |
Model | M3 | 4 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1961 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3999 cc | 1489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 414 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 8300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 7.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | 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 | 1525 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 45 L |