1989 Mercedes-Benz SL vs. 1959 Riley 4
To start off, 1989 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Riley 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Riley 4 would be higher. At 2,962 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Mercedes-Benz SL (228 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1959 Riley 4. (63 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1959 Riley 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 550 kg more than 1959 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, 1989 Mercedes-Benz SL (267 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Riley 4. (115 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1989 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Riley 4.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Mercedes-Benz SL | 1959 Riley 4 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Riley |
Model | SL | 4 |
Year Released | 1989 | 1959 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2962 cc | 1487 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 267 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 45 L |