1965 Riley 4 vs. 2011 Cadillac STS
To start off, 2011 Cadillac STS is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Riley 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Riley 4 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Cadillac STS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Cadillac STS (302 HP) has 235 more horse power than 1965 Riley 4. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Cadillac STS should accelerate faster than 1965 Riley 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Cadillac STS weights approximately 654 kg more than 1965 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, 2011 Cadillac STS (368 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Riley 4. (121 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Cadillac STS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Riley 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Riley 4 | 2011 Cadillac STS | |
| Make | Riley | Cadillac |
| Model | 4 | STS |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1620 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 302 HP |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 368 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5200 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 | 1148 kg | 1802 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4996 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1844 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1463 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2957 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 64 L |
