2005 Buick LaCrosse vs. 1958 Riley 4
To start off, 2005 Buick LaCrosse is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Riley 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Riley 4 would be higher. At 3,786 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Buick LaCrosse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Buick LaCrosse (201 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1958 Riley 4. (63 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick LaCrosse should accelerate faster than 1958 Riley 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick LaCrosse weights approximately 445 kg more than 1958 Riley 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 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 1958 Riley 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Buick LaCrosse, 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, 2005 Buick LaCrosse (312 Nm) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Riley 4. (115 Nm). This means 2005 Buick LaCrosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Riley 4.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Buick LaCrosse | 1958 Riley 4 | |
Make | Buick | Riley |
Model | LaCrosse | 4 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1958 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3786 cc | 1489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 115 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2530 mm |