2007 Infiniti G35 vs. 1960 Riley 4
To start off, 2007 Infiniti G35 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Infiniti G35 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Infiniti G35 (295 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 1960 Riley 4. (63 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Infiniti G35 should accelerate faster than 1960 Riley 4.
Because 1960 Riley 4 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1960 Riley 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Infiniti G35, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Infiniti G35 (353 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Riley 4. (116 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2007 Infiniti G35 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Riley 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Infiniti G35 | 1960 Riley 4 | |
| Make | Infiniti | Riley |
| Model | G35 | 4 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1960 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 45 L |
