1991 Mercedes-Benz 600 vs. 1969 Riley 4
To start off, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 600 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Riley 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Riley 4 would be higher. At 5,987 cc (12 cylinders), 1991 Mercedes-Benz 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 600 (408 HP) has 341 more horse power than 1969 Riley 4. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 600 should accelerate faster than 1969 Riley 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 1082 kg more than 1969 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 Mercedes-Benz 600 (580 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 459 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Riley 4. (121 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1991 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Riley 4.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Mercedes-Benz 600 | 1969 Riley 4 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Riley |
Model | 600 | 4 |
Year Released | 1991 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5987 cc | 1622 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 408 HP | 67 HP |
Torque | 580 Nm | 121 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89.1 mm | 76.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80.2 mm | 88.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.3:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2230 kg | 1148 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5220 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3150 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 45 L |