2003 Cadillac CTS vs. 1960 Riley 4
To start off, 2003 Cadillac CTS is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Riley 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Riley 4 would be higher. At 3,563 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Cadillac CTS (252 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 1960 Riley 4. (63 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1960 Riley 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 535 kg more than 1960 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, 2003 Cadillac CTS (346 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Riley 4. (116 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2003 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Riley 4.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Cadillac CTS | 1960 Riley 4 | |
Make | Cadillac | Riley |
Model | CTS | 4 |
Year Released | 2003 | 1960 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3563 cc | 1489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 346 Nm | 116 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 88.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 45 L |