1996 Ford Thunderbird vs. 1964 Riley 4
To start off, 1996 Ford Thunderbird is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Riley 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Riley 4 would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Ford Thunderbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ford Thunderbird (138 HP) has 71 more horse power than 1964 Riley 4. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ford Thunderbird should accelerate faster than 1964 Riley 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ford Thunderbird weights approximately 468 kg more than 1964 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, 1996 Ford Thunderbird (291 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Riley 4. (121 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 Ford Thunderbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Riley 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ford Thunderbird | 1964 Riley 4 | |
| Make | Ford | Riley |
| Model | Thunderbird | 4 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1622 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 291 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.8 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 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 | 1620 kg | 1152 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 45 L |
