1974 Ferrari 365 GT4 vs. 1959 Riley One-Point-Five
To start off, 1974 Ferrari 365 GT4 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Riley One-Point-Five. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Riley One-Point-Five would be higher. At 4,390 cc (12 cylinders), 1974 Ferrari 365 GT4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Ferrari 365 GT4 (339 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 277 more horse power than 1959 Riley One-Point-Five. (62 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Ferrari 365 GT4 should accelerate faster than 1959 Riley One-Point-Five. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Ferrari 365 GT4 weights approximately 225 kg more than 1959 Riley One-Point-Five. 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.
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1974 Ferrari 365 GT4 | 1959 Riley One-Point-Five | |
Make | Ferrari | Riley |
Model | 365 GT4 | One-Point-Five |
Year Released | 1974 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4390 cc | 1489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 339 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 935 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2190 mm |