2008 Hyundai Tiburon vs. 1960 Riley 4
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Tiburon 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 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Hyundai Tiburon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Hyundai Tiburon (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1960 Riley 4. (63 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Tiburon should accelerate faster than 1960 Riley 4.
Because 1960 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 1960 Riley 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Tiburon, 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 Hyundai Tiburon (245 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Riley 4. (116 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2008 Hyundai Tiburon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Riley 4.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Hyundai Tiburon | 1960 Riley 4 | |
Make | Hyundai | Riley |
Model | Tiburon | 4 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1960 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2656 cc | 1489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 172 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 116 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 45 L |