2007 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 1959 Riley 4
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Lumina is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Riley 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Riley 4 would be higher. At 3,565 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Lumina (235 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1959 Riley 4. (63 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 1959 Riley 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Lumina weights approximately 433 kg more than 1959 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, 2007 Chevrolet Lumina (320 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Riley 4. (115 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Riley 4. 2007 Chevrolet Lumina has automatic transmission and 1959 Riley 4 has manual transmission. 1959 Riley 4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Chevrolet Lumina will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Chevrolet Lumina | 1959 Riley 4 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Riley |
Model | Lumina | 4 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1959 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3565 cc | 1487 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 235 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 219 km/hour | 142 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1573 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 45 L |