2006 Chrysler 300 vs. 1964 Riley 4
To start off, 2006 Chrysler 300 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Riley 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Riley 4 would be higher. At 3,518 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chrysler 300 (246 HP) has 179 more horse power than 1964 Riley 4. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1964 Riley 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 663 kg more than 1964 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, 2006 Chrysler 300 (341 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Riley 4. (121 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Riley 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chrysler 300 | 1964 Riley 4 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Riley |
| Model | 300 | 4 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1964 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3518 cc | 1622 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 246 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 341 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1152 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 45 L |
