1991 Ferrari Mondial vs. 1965 Riley 4
To start off, 1991 Ferrari Mondial is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Riley 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Riley 4 would be higher. At 3,185 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Ferrari Mondial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Ferrari Mondial (267 HP) has 200 more horse power than 1965 Riley 4. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 1965 Riley 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Ferrari Mondial weights approximately 322 kg more than 1965 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, 1991 Ferrari Mondial (310 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Riley 4. (121 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1991 Ferrari Mondial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Riley 4.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Ferrari Mondial | 1965 Riley 4 | |
Make | Ferrari | Riley |
Model | Mondial | 4 |
Year Released | 1991 | 1965 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3185 cc | 1620 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 267 HP | 67 HP |
Torque | 310 Nm | 121 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 76.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73.6 mm | 88.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 8.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1148 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 45 L |