1969 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1961 Riley 4
To start off, 1969 Cadillac Eldorado is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Riley 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Riley 4 would be higher. At 7,732 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Cadillac Eldorado (228 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1961 Riley 4. (63 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1961 Riley 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 930 kg more than 1961 Riley 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1961 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 1961 Riley 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1969 Cadillac Eldorado, 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, 1969 Cadillac Eldorado (710 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 595 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Riley 4. (115 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1969 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Riley 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Cadillac Eldorado | 1961 Riley 4 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Riley |
| Model | Eldorado | 4 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1961 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7732 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 710 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 7.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5620 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 45 L |
