1975 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1959 Riley 4-68
To start off, 1975 Cadillac Eldorado is newer by 16 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 8,192 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Cadillac Eldorado (180 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1959 Riley 4-68. (63 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1959 Riley 4-68. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 1224 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.
Because 1959 Riley 4-68 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1959 Riley 4-68. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 Cadillac Eldorado, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1975 Cadillac Eldorado (487 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 372 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Riley 4-68. (115 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1975 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Riley 4-68.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Cadillac Eldorado | 1959 Riley 4-68 | |
Make | Cadillac | Riley |
Model | Eldorado | 4-68 |
Year Released | 1975 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 8192 cc | 1489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 487 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 109.2 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 109.3 mm | 88.9 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2316 kg | 1092 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2530 mm |