2005 Porsche 911 vs. 1963 Riley 4
To start off, 2005 Porsche 911 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Riley 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Riley 4 would be higher. At 3,605 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 911 (445 HP) has 378 more horse power than 1963 Riley 4. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1963 Riley 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Porsche 911 weights approximately 442 kg more than 1963 Riley 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Porsche 911 (620 Nm) has 499 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Riley 4. (121 Nm). This means 2005 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Riley 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Porsche 911 | 1963 Riley 4 | |
| Make | Porsche | Riley |
| Model | 911 | 4 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1963 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3605 cc | 1622 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 445 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 620 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1148 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 45 L |
