1970 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1959 Riley 4
To start off, 1970 Cadillac Eldorado is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Riley 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Riley 4 would be higher. At 7,734 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Cadillac Eldorado (228 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1959 Riley 4. (63 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1959 Riley 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 930 kg more than 1959 Riley 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 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 1959 Riley 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1970 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, 1970 Cadillac Eldorado (710 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 595 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Riley 4. (115 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1970 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Riley 4.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Cadillac Eldorado | 1959 Riley 4 | |
Make | Cadillac | Riley |
Model | Eldorado | 4 |
Year Released | 1970 | 1959 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7734 cc | 1487 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 |
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 | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 45 L |