1973 Ferrari 365 BB vs. 1959 Riley 4-68
To start off, 1973 Ferrari 365 BB is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Riley 4-68. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Riley 4-68 would be higher. At 4,388 cc, 1973 Ferrari 365 BB is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Ferrari 365 BB (380 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 317 more horse power than 1959 Riley 4-68. (63 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Ferrari 365 BB should accelerate faster than 1959 Riley 4-68. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Ferrari 365 BB weights approximately 143 kg more than 1959 Riley 4-68. 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, 1973 Ferrari 365 BB (410 Nm) has 295 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Riley 4-68. (115 Nm). This means 1973 Ferrari 365 BB will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Riley 4-68.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Ferrari 365 BB | 1959 Riley 4-68 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Riley |
| Model | 365 BB | 4-68 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4388 cc | 1489 cc |
| Horse Power | 380 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 282 km/hour | 142 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1092 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2530 mm |
