1968 Ferrari 365 GTB vs. 1964 Riley 4
To start off, 1968 Ferrari 365 GTB is newer by 4 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 4,390 cc (12 cylinders), 1968 Ferrari 365 GTB is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Ferrari 365 GTB (347 HP) has 280 more horse power than 1964 Riley 4. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ferrari 365 GTB should accelerate faster than 1964 Riley 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Ferrari 365 GTB weights approximately 45 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, 1968 Ferrari 365 GTB (431 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 310 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Riley 4. (121 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1968 Ferrari 365 GTB will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Riley 4.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Ferrari 365 GTB | 1964 Riley 4 | |
Make | Ferrari | Riley |
Model | 365 GTB | 4 |
Year Released | 1968 | 1964 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4390 cc | 1622 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 347 HP | 67 HP |
Torque | 431 Nm | 121 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 76.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 88.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 8.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1197 kg | 1152 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 127 L | 45 L |