1976 Mercedes-Benz 300 vs. 1966 Riley 4
To start off, 1976 Mercedes-Benz 300 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Riley 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Riley 4 would be higher. At 3,005 cc (5 cylinders), 1976 Mercedes-Benz 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Mercedes-Benz 300 (80 HP) has 13 more horse power than 1966 Riley 4. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Mercedes-Benz 300 should accelerate faster than 1966 Riley 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Mercedes-Benz 300 weights approximately 297 kg more than 1966 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, 1976 Mercedes-Benz 300 (171 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Riley 4. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1976 Mercedes-Benz 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Riley 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Mercedes-Benz 300 | 1966 Riley 4 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Riley |
| Model | 300 | 4 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3005 cc | 1622 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.4 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 1148 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 45 L |
