2009 BMW M3 vs. 1968 Riley 4
To start off, 2009 BMW M3 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Riley 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 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) has 347 more horse power than 1968 Riley 4. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1968 Riley 4.
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 (295 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Riley 4. (121 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Riley 4.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW M3 | 1968 Riley 4 | |
Make | BMW | Riley |
Model | M3 | 4 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3999 cc | 1622 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 414 HP | 67 HP |
Torque | 295 Nm | 121 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 8.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 45 L |