1966 Riley 4 vs. 2012 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2012 Cadillac CTS is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Riley 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Riley 4 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Cadillac CTS (318 HP) has 251 more horse power than 1966 Riley 4. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1966 Riley 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 630 kg more than 1966 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, 2012 Cadillac CTS (372 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Riley 4. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Riley 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Riley 4 | 2012 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | Riley | Cadillac |
| Model | 4 | CTS |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1622 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 318 HP |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 372 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1148 kg | 1778 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4877 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 68 L |
