1970 Riley 4 vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz C 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 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz C (198 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1970 Riley 4. (67 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1970 Riley 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 357 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz C (310 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Riley 4. (120 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Riley 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Riley 4 | 2013 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Riley | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 4 | C |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1622 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 198 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.3 : 1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1148 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4591 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 2008 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1444 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2760 mm |
