2007 Dodge Charger vs. 1958 Riley 4
To start off, 2007 Dodge Charger is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Riley 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Riley 4 would be higher. At 2,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Charger (189 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1958 Riley 4. (63 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 1958 Riley 4.
Because 2007 Dodge Charger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Riley 4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Charger 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 Dodge Charger (259 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Riley 4. (115 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Riley 4. 2007 Dodge Charger has automatic transmission and 1958 Riley 4 has manual transmission. 1958 Riley 4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Dodge Charger will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Dodge Charger | 1958 Riley 4 | |
Make | Dodge | Riley |
Model | Charger | 4 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1958 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2701 cc | 1489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 189 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 259 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2530 mm |