2008 Ferrari F430 vs. 1968 Riley 4
To start off, 2008 Ferrari F430 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Riley 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Riley 4 would be higher. At 4,308 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ferrari F430 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ferrari F430 (490 HP) has 423 more horse power than 1968 Riley 4. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 1968 Riley 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ferrari F430 weights approximately 617 kg more than 1968 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 Ferrari F430 (466 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 345 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Riley 4. (121 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Ferrari F430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Riley 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ferrari F430 | 1968 Riley 4 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Riley |
| Model | F430 | 4 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4308 cc | 1622 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 490 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 466 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1148 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 370 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 370 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 45 L |
