1965 Riley 4 vs. 2012 Cadillac SRX
To start off, 2012 Cadillac SRX is newer by 47 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), 2012 Cadillac SRX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Cadillac SRX (308 HP) has 241 more horse power than 1965 Riley 4. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 1965 Riley 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 792 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.
Because 1965 Riley 4 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1965 Riley 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Cadillac SRX, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2012 Cadillac SRX (359 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Riley 4. (121 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Cadillac SRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Riley 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Riley 4 | 2012 Cadillac SRX | |
| Make | Riley | Cadillac |
| Model | 4 | SRX |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| 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 | 308 HP |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1148 kg | 1940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4834 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1669 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2807 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 79 L |
