2005 Ferrari 360 vs. 1961 Riley 4
To start off, 2005 Ferrari 360 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Riley 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Riley 4 would be higher. At 3,585 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ferrari 360 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ferrari 360 (400 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 337 more horse power than 1961 Riley 4. (63 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 1961 Riley 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ferrari 360 weights approximately 310 kg more than 1961 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, 2005 Ferrari 360 (373 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Riley 4. (115 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2005 Ferrari 360 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Riley 4.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ferrari 360 | 1961 Riley 4 | |
Make | Ferrari | Riley |
Model | 360 | 4 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1961 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3585 cc | 1489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 373 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 7.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 293 km/hour | 126 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 45 L |