1990 Cadillac Seville vs. 1959 Riley 4-68
To start off, 1990 Cadillac Seville is newer by 31 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 4,472 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Cadillac Seville (180 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1959 Riley 4-68. (63 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1959 Riley 4-68. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 478 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, 1990 Cadillac Seville, 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, 1990 Cadillac Seville (324 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Riley 4-68. (115 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1990 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Riley 4-68. 1990 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 1959 Riley 4-68 has manual transmission. 1959 Riley 4-68 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 Cadillac Seville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Cadillac Seville | 1959 Riley 4-68 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Riley |
| Model | Seville | 4-68 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4472 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 324 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1092 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 45 L |
