1970 Riley 4 vs. 2013 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2013 Cadillac CTS is newer by 43 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac CTS (314 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 247 more horse power than 1970 Riley 4. (67 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1970 Riley 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 720 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.
Because 2013 Cadillac CTS is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Riley 4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac CTS will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Cadillac CTS (373 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Riley 4. (120 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Riley 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Riley 4 | 2013 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | Riley | Cadillac |
| Model | 4 | CTS |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1622 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 314 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 11.3 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1148 kg | 1868 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4859 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 68 L |
