2009 Chevrolet Malibu vs. 1959 Riley Two Point Six
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Malibu is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Riley Two Point Six. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Riley Two Point Six would be higher. At 2,639 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Riley Two Point Six is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Malibu (162 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1959 Riley Two Point Six. (97 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Malibu should accelerate faster than 1959 Riley Two Point Six. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Malibu weights approximately 745 kg more than 1959 Riley Two Point Six. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Riley Two Point Six is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1959 Riley Two Point Six. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Malibu, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1959 Riley Two Point Six (183 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Malibu. (159 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1959 Riley Two Point Six will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Malibu.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Malibu | 1959 Riley Two Point Six | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Riley |
| Model | Malibu | Two Point Six |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2399 cc | 2639 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 162 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 159 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2385 kg | 1640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2890 mm |
