1995 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 1971 Riley 4
To start off, 1995 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Riley 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Riley 4 would be higher. At 2,797 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Mercedes-Benz S (190 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1971 Riley 4. (67 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1971 Riley 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 742 kg more than 1971 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, 1995 Mercedes-Benz S (270 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Riley 4. (121 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1995 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Riley 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Mercedes-Benz S | 1971 Riley 4 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Riley |
| Model | S | 4 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2797 cc | 1622 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 76.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.5 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 1148 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 45 L |
