2008 Ford Taurus vs. 1964 Riley 4
To start off, 2008 Ford Taurus is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Riley 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Riley 4 would be higher. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Taurus (263 HP) has 196 more horse power than 1964 Riley 4. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 1964 Riley 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Riley 4 weights approximately 45 kg more than 2008 Ford Taurus.
Because 2008 Ford Taurus is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 Riley 4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Ford Taurus 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 Ford Taurus (338 Nm @ 4501 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Riley 4. (121 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Riley 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Taurus | 1964 Riley 4 | |
| Make | Ford | Riley |
| Model | Taurus | 4 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1964 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 1622 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 263 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4501 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 1152 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 45 L |
