1993 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 1969 Riley 4
To start off, 1993 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 24 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 5,956 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mercedes-Benz E (375 HP) has 308 more horse power than 1969 Riley 4. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1969 Riley 4.
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, 1993 Mercedes-Benz E (470 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 349 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Riley 4. (121 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1993 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Riley 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Mercedes-Benz E | 1969 Riley 4 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Riley |
| Model | E | 4 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5956 cc | 1622 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 375 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100.1 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.8 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 Length | 4760 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 45 L |
