2007 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 1965 Riley 4
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Riley 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Riley 4 would be higher. At 2,148 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C (120 HP) has 53 more horse power than 1965 Riley 4. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1965 Riley 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 407 kg more than 1965 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 Mercedes-Benz C (270 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Riley 4. (121 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Riley 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mercedes-Benz C | 1965 Riley 4 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Riley |
| Model | C | 4 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1965 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2148 cc | 1620 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1555 kg | 1148 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 45 L |
