1964 Riley 4 vs. 2003 Lincoln LS
To start off, 2003 Lincoln LS is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Riley 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Riley 4 would be higher. At 3,934 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Lincoln LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Lincoln LS (276 HP) has 209 more horse power than 1964 Riley 4. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Lincoln LS should accelerate faster than 1964 Riley 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Lincoln LS weights approximately 558 kg more than 1964 Riley 4. 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, 2003 Lincoln LS (388 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Riley 4. (121 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Lincoln LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Riley 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Riley 4 | 2003 Lincoln LS | |
| Make | Riley | Lincoln |
| Model | 4 | LS |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1622 cc | 3934 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 276 HP |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 388 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1152 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 68 L |
