2007 Dodge Ram vs. 1963 Riley 4
To start off, 2007 Dodge Ram is newer by 44 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 5,883 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Ram (325 HP) has 258 more horse power than 1963 Riley 4. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1963 Riley 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Ram weights approximately 212 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.
Because 2007 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Riley 4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Ram 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 Ram (827 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 706 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Riley 4. (121 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Riley 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Ram | 1963 Riley 4 | |
| Make | Dodge | Riley |
| Model | Ram | 4 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1963 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5883 cc | 1622 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 827 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.1 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 119.9 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.2:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1148 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 45 L |
