1996 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 1960 Riley 4
To start off, 1996 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Riley 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Riley 4 would be higher. At 2,799 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mercedes-Benz C (190 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1960 Riley 4. (63 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1960 Riley 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 910 kg more than 1960 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 Mercedes-Benz C (270 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Riley 4. (116 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1996 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Riley 4.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Mercedes-Benz C | 1960 Riley 4 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Riley |
Model | C | 4 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1960 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2799 cc | 1489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 116 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2050 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 45 L |