2009 Cadillac CTS-V vs. 1966 Riley 4
To start off, 2009 Cadillac CTS-V is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Riley 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Riley 4 would be higher. At 6,162 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac CTS-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac CTS-V (542 HP) has 475 more horse power than 1966 Riley 4. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac CTS-V should accelerate faster than 1966 Riley 4.
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, 2009 Cadillac CTS-V (550 Nm @ 6200 RPM) has 428 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Riley 4. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac CTS-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Riley 4.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Cadillac CTS-V | 1966 Riley 4 | |
Make | Cadillac | Riley |
Model | CTS-V | 4 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1966 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6162 cc | 1622 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 542 HP | 67 HP |
Torque | 550 Nm | 122 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 45 L |