2003 Lincoln Continental vs. 1960 Riley 4
To start off, 2003 Lincoln Continental 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 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Lincoln Continental (217 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1960 Riley 4. (63 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 1960 Riley 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 610 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.
Because 1960 Riley 4 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1960 Riley 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Lincoln Continental, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Lincoln Continental (372 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Riley 4. (116 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2003 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Riley 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Lincoln Continental | 1960 Riley 4 | |
| Make | Lincoln | Riley |
| Model | Continental | 4 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1960 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 372 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 45 L |
