1959 Ferrari 256 F1 vs. 1971 Riley 4
To start off, 1971 Riley 4 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ferrari 256 F1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ferrari 256 F1 would be higher. At 2,474 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Ferrari 256 F1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Ferrari 256 F1 (291 HP @ 8600 RPM) has 224 more horse power than 1971 Riley 4. (67 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ferrari 256 F1 should accelerate faster than 1971 Riley 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Riley 4 weights approximately 588 kg more than 1959 Ferrari 256 F1.
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.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Ferrari 256 F1 | 1971 Riley 4 | |
Make | Ferrari | Riley |
Model | 256 F1 | 4 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2474 cc | 1622 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 291 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 8600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 560 kg | 1148 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 990 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2530 mm |