1998 Jensen CV-8 vs. 1961 Riley 4
To start off, 1998 Jensen CV-8 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Riley 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Riley 4 would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Jensen CV-8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Jensen CV-8 (325 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 262 more horse power than 1961 Riley 4. (63 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Jensen CV-8 should accelerate faster than 1961 Riley 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Jensen CV-8 weights approximately 110 kg more than 1961 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 Jensen CV-8 (407 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 292 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Riley 4. (115 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1998 Jensen CV-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Riley 4.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Jensen CV-8 | 1961 Riley 4 | |
Make | Jensen | Riley |
Model | CV-8 | 4 |
Year Released | 1998 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4601 cc | 1489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 325 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 7.3:1 |
Top Speed | 249 km/hour | 126 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 45 L |