1959 Cadillac 62 vs. 1963 Riley 4
To start off, 1963 Riley 4 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Cadillac 62. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Cadillac 62 would be higher. At 6,382 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 Cadillac 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Cadillac 62 (197 HP) has 130 more horse power than 1963 Riley 4. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Cadillac 62 should accelerate faster than 1963 Riley 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 977 kg more than 1963 Riley 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Cadillac 62 | 1963 Riley 4 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Riley |
| Model | 62 | 4 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6382 cc | 1622 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 67 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2125 kg | 1148 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 45 L |
