1996 Porsche 993 vs. 1964 Riley 4
To start off, 1996 Porsche 993 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Porsche 993 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Porsche 993 (282 HP) has 215 more horse power than 1964 Riley 4. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Porsche 993 should accelerate faster than 1964 Riley 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Porsche 993 weights approximately 240 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.
Because 1996 Porsche 993 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 Riley 4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Porsche 993 will offer significantly more control. 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 Porsche 993 (341 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Riley 4. (121 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 Porsche 993 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Riley 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Porsche 993 | 1964 Riley 4 | |
| Make | Porsche | Riley |
| Model | 993 | 4 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1964 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1622 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 341 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.4 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1392 kg | 1152 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2530 mm |
