2004 Mercedes-Benz CLK vs. 1959 Riley 4
To start off, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLK is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Riley 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Riley 4 would be higher. At 3,196 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLK (215 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1959 Riley 4. (63 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLK should accelerate faster than 1959 Riley 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLK weights approximately 570 kg more than 1959 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, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLK (311 Nm) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Riley 4. (115 Nm). This means 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Riley 4.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Mercedes-Benz CLK | 1959 Riley 4 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Riley |
Model | CLK | 4 |
Year Released | 2004 | 1959 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3196 cc | 1487 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 311 Nm | 115 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 45 L |