2007 Ford E-250 vs. 1963 Riley 4
To start off, 2007 Ford E-250 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 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford E-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford E-250 (225 HP) has 158 more horse power than 1963 Riley 4. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford E-250 should accelerate faster than 1963 Riley 4.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Ford E-250 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Riley 4. (121 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Ford E-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Riley 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford E-250 | 1963 Riley 4 | |
| Make | Ford | Riley |
| Model | E-250 | 4 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1963 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4606 cc | 1622 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 45 L |
