2008 Chrysler 300 vs. 1960 Riley 4
To start off, 2008 Chrysler 300 is newer by 48 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 5,652 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chrysler 300 (335 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 272 more horse power than 1960 Riley 4. (63 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1960 Riley 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 733 kg more than 1960 Riley 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Chrysler 300 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Riley 4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Chrysler 300 will offer significantly more control. 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 Chrysler 300 (525 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 409 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Riley 4. (116 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2008 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Riley 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chrysler 300 | 1960 Riley 4 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Riley |
| Model | 300 | 4 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1960 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5652 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 525 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1873 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 45 L |
