2008 Ford Taurus X vs. 1958 Riley 4
To start off, 2008 Ford Taurus X is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Riley 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Riley 4 would be higher. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Ford Taurus X is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Taurus X (264 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 1958 Riley 4. (63 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Taurus X should accelerate faster than 1958 Riley 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Riley 4 weights approximately 63 kg more than 2008 Ford Taurus X.
Because 1958 Riley 4 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1958 Riley 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Ford Taurus X, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 X (338 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Riley 4. (115 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Taurus X will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Riley 4. 2008 Ford Taurus X has automatic transmission and 1958 Riley 4 has manual transmission. 1958 Riley 4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Ford Taurus X will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Ford Taurus X | 1958 Riley 4 | |
Make | Ford | Riley |
Model | Taurus X | 4 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1958 |
Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3496 cc | 1489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 264 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1077 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2530 mm |