1967 Riley Kestrel vs. 2012 GMC Savana
To start off, 2012 GMC Savana is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Riley Kestrel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Riley Kestrel would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 GMC Savana (280 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 1967 Riley Kestrel. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 1967 Riley Kestrel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 GMC Savana weights approximately 1776 kg more than 1967 Riley Kestrel. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 GMC Savana 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 2012 GMC Savana. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1967 Riley Kestrel, 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 GMC Savana (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 317 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Riley Kestrel. (83 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Riley Kestrel.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Riley Kestrel | 2012 GMC Savana | |
| Make | Riley | GMC |
| Model | Kestrel | Savana |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2012 |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 888 kg | 2664 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 5692 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 2012 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 2070 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 3429 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 117 L |
