1970 Mercedes-Benz 280 vs. 1965 Riley 4
To start off, 1970 Mercedes-Benz 280 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Riley 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Riley 4 would be higher. At 2,778 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Mercedes-Benz 280 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Mercedes-Benz 280 (180 HP) has 113 more horse power than 1965 Riley 4. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Mercedes-Benz 280 should accelerate faster than 1965 Riley 4.
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 Mercedes-Benz 280 (258 Nm) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Riley 4. (121 Nm). This means 1970 Mercedes-Benz 280 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Riley 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Mercedes-Benz 280 | 1965 Riley 4 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Riley |
| Model | 280 | 4 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2778 cc | 1620 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.6 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.7 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2530 mm |
