2002 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 1970 Riley 4
To start off, 2002 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Riley 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Riley 4 would be higher. At 3,997 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mercedes-Benz S (246 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 1970 Riley 4. (67 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1970 Riley 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 842 kg more than 1970 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 Mercedes-Benz S (560 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 440 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Riley 4. (120 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Riley 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Mercedes-Benz S | 1970 Riley 4 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Riley |
| Model | S | 4 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3997 cc | 1622 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 246 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1148 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 45 L |
