2008 GMC Sierra vs. 1958 Riley One-Point-Five
To start off, 2008 GMC Sierra is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Riley One-Point-Five. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Riley One-Point-Five would be higher. At 4,298 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 GMC Sierra (195 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1958 Riley One-Point-Five. (62 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 1958 Riley One-Point-Five. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Sierra weights approximately 1206 kg more than 1958 Riley One-Point-Five. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 GMC Sierra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Riley One-Point-Five. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 GMC Sierra 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, 2008 GMC Sierra (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Riley One-Point-Five. (112 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Riley One-Point-Five.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 GMC Sierra | 1958 Riley One-Point-Five | |
| Make | GMC | Riley |
| Model | Sierra | One-Point-Five |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4298 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2141 kg | 935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5710 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2190 mm |
