2004 Ford Mustang vs. 1959 Riley 4-68
To start off, 2004 Ford Mustang is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Riley 4-68. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Riley 4-68 would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Mustang (305 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 242 more horse power than 1959 Riley 4-68. (63 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1959 Riley 4-68. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Mustang weights approximately 482 kg more than 1959 Riley 4-68. 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, 2004 Ford Mustang (434 Nm) has 319 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Riley 4-68. (115 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Riley 4-68.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Mustang | 1959 Riley 4-68 | |
Make | Ford | Riley |
Model | Mustang | 4-68 |
Year Released | 2004 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4605 cc | 1489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 305 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 434 Nm | 115 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 90.1 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 88.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 8.3:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1574 kg | 1092 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 45 L |