1969 Ferrari 365 GTB vs. 1968 Riley 4
To start off, 1969 Ferrari 365 GTB is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Riley 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Riley 4 would be higher. At 4,390 cc (12 cylinders), 1969 Ferrari 365 GTB is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Ferrari 365 GTB (347 HP) has 280 more horse power than 1968 Riley 4. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Ferrari 365 GTB should accelerate faster than 1968 Riley 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Ferrari 365 GTB weights approximately 282 kg more than 1968 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, 1969 Ferrari 365 GTB (431 Nm) has 310 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Riley 4. (121 Nm). This means 1969 Ferrari 365 GTB will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Riley 4.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Ferrari 365 GTB | 1968 Riley 4 | |
Make | Ferrari | Riley |
Model | 365 GTB | 4 |
Year Released | 1969 | 1968 |
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 |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 76.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 88.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1148 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 127 L | 45 L |