2007 Buick Rainier vs. 1960 Riley 4
To start off, 2007 Buick Rainier is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Riley 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Riley 4 would be higher. At 4,162 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Buick Rainier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Buick Rainier (292 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 229 more horse power than 1960 Riley 4. (63 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 1960 Riley 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Buick Rainier weights approximately 410 kg more than 1960 Riley 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Buick Rainier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Riley 4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Buick Rainier will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Buick Rainier (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Riley 4. (116 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2007 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Riley 4.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Buick Rainier | 1960 Riley 4 | |
Make | Buick | Riley |
Model | Rainier | 4 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1960 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4162 cc | 1489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 292 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 376 Nm | 116 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 45 L |