2008 Cadillac CTS vs. 1971 Riley 4
To start off, 2008 Cadillac CTS is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Riley 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Riley 4 would be higher. At 2,597 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Cadillac CTS (179 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1971 Riley 4. (67 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1971 Riley 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 640 kg more than 1971 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, 2008 Cadillac CTS (233 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Riley 4. (121 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Riley 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Cadillac CTS | 1971 Riley 4 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Riley |
| Model | CTS | 4 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2597 cc | 1622 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 179 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 233 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.2 mm | 76.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1788 kg | 1148 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 45 L |
