1999 Lexus GS vs. 1971 Riley 4
To start off, 1999 Lexus GS is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Riley 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Riley 4 would be higher. At 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Lexus GS is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lexus GS weights approximately 572 kg more than 1971 Riley 4.
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, 1999 Lexus GS (298 Nm) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Riley 4. (121 Nm). This means 1999 Lexus GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Riley 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Lexus GS | 1971 Riley 4 | |
| Make | Lexus | Riley |
| Model | GS | 4 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2999 cc | 1622 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.5 mm | 76.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1148 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2530 mm |
