1969 Riley 4 vs. 2011 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Riley 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Riley 4 would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Corvette (430 HP) has 363 more horse power than 1969 Riley 4. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1969 Riley 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 313 kg more than 1969 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, 2011 Chevrolet Corvette (574 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 453 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Riley 4. (121 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Riley 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Riley 4 | 2011 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Riley | Chevrolet |
| Model | 4 | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1622 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 430 HP |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 574 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1148 kg | 1461 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4435 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1844 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1247 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2685 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 68 L |
