1969 Pontiac GTO vs. 1961 Riley 4
To start off, 1969 Pontiac GTO 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 6,548 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Pontiac GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Pontiac GTO (425 HP) has 362 more horse power than 1961 Riley 4. (63 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Pontiac GTO should accelerate faster than 1961 Riley 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Pontiac GTO weights approximately 260 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.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Pontiac GTO | 1961 Riley 4 | |
| Make | Pontiac | Riley |
| Model | GTO | 4 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1961 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6548 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 425 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 7.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 45 L |
