2007 Maserati GT vs. 1961 Riley 4
To start off, 2007 Maserati GT is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Riley 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Riley 4 would be higher. At 4,244 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Maserati GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Maserati GT (385 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 322 more horse power than 1961 Riley 4. (63 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Maserati GT should accelerate faster than 1961 Riley 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Maserati GT weights approximately 430 kg more than 1961 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 Maserati GT (451 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 336 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Riley 4. (115 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2007 Maserati GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Riley 4.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Maserati GT | 1961 Riley 4 | |
Make | Maserati | Riley |
Model | GT | 4 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1961 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4244 cc | 1489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 385 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 451 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 7.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 45 L |