2002 Lexus SC vs. 1969 Riley 4
To start off, 2002 Lexus SC is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Riley 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Riley 4 would be higher. At 4,298 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Lexus SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Lexus SC (312 HP) has 245 more horse power than 1969 Riley 4. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Lexus SC should accelerate faster than 1969 Riley 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Lexus SC weights approximately 667 kg more than 1969 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, 2002 Lexus SC (447 Nm) has 326 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Riley 4. (121 Nm). This means 2002 Lexus SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Riley 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Lexus SC | 1969 Riley 4 | |
| Make | Lexus | Riley |
| Model | SC | 4 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4298 cc | 1622 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 312 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 91.4 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 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 | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1148 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2530 mm |
