2009 Cadillac SRX vs. 1968 Riley 4
To start off, 2009 Cadillac SRX is newer by 41 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 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac SRX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac SRX (252 HP) has 185 more horse power than 1968 Riley 4. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 1968 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 SRX (254 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Riley 4. (121 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac SRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Riley 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac SRX | 1968 Riley 4 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Riley |
| Model | SRX | 4 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1968 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3564 cc | 1622 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 254 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1620 mm |
