1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage vs. 1968 Riley 4
To start off, 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Riley 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Riley 4 would be higher. At 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage (450 HP) has 383 more horse power than 1968 Riley 4. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage should accelerate faster than 1968 Riley 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage weights approximately 406 kg more than 1968 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, 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage (746 Nm) has 625 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Riley 4. (121 Nm). This means 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Riley 4.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage | 1968 Riley 4 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Riley |
Model | Project Vantage | 4 |
Year Released | 1998 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6000 cc | 1622 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 450 HP | 67 HP |
Torque | 746 Nm | 121 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 76.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 88.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.3:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1554 kg | 1148 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 45 L |