1970 Bizzarrini GT vs. 1960 Riley 4
To start off, 1970 Bizzarrini GT is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Riley 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Riley 4 would be higher. At 1,895 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Bizzarrini GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Bizzarrini GT (108 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1960 Riley 4. (63 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Bizzarrini GT should accelerate faster than 1960 Riley 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Riley 4 weights approximately 460 kg more than 1970 Bizzarrini GT.
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, 1970 Bizzarrini GT (157 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Riley 4. (116 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1970 Bizzarrini GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Riley 4.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Bizzarrini GT | 1960 Riley 4 | |
Make | Bizzarrini | Riley |
Model | GT | 4 |
Year Released | 1970 | 1960 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1895 cc | 1489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 116 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2530 mm |