1959 Riley 4-68 vs. 2011 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2011 Cadillac CTS is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Riley 4-68. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Riley 4-68 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Cadillac CTS (270 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 1959 Riley 4-68. (63 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1959 Riley 4-68. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 664 kg more than 1959 Riley 4-68. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2011 Cadillac CTS (302 Nm @ 5700 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Riley 4-68. (115 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2011 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Riley 4-68.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Riley 4-68 | 2011 Cadillac CTS | |
Make | Riley | Cadillac |
Model | 4-68 | CTS |
Year Released | 1959 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1489 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 270 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 115 Nm | 302 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1092 kg | 1756 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4859 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1842 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1473 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2880 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 68 L |