1970 Riley 4 vs. 2011 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2011 GMC Sierra is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Riley 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Riley 4 would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 GMC Sierra (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 336 more horse power than 1970 Riley 4. (67 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 1970 Riley 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 GMC Sierra weights approximately 1204 kg more than 1970 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 GMC Sierra (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 445 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Riley 4. (120 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Riley 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Riley 4 | 2011 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Riley | GMC |
| Model | 4 | Sierra |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1622 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 403 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 565 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1148 kg | 2352 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 5839 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 2032 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1875 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 3645 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 98 L |
