1993 Cadillac DeVille vs. 1967 Riley 4
To start off, 1993 Cadillac DeVille is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Riley 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Riley 4 would be higher. At 4,892 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Cadillac DeVille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Cadillac DeVille (197 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1967 Riley 4. (67 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Cadillac DeVille should accelerate faster than 1967 Riley 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 462 kg more than 1967 Riley 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 Riley 4 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 1967 Riley 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Cadillac DeVille, 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, 1993 Cadillac DeVille (373 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Riley 4. (120 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1993 Cadillac DeVille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Riley 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Cadillac DeVille | 1967 Riley 4 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Riley |
| Model | DeVille | 4 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4892 cc | 1622 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1148 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2530 mm |
