2009 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1961 Riley 4
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Riley 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Riley 4 would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 247 more horse power than 1961 Riley 4. (63 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1961 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 Chevrolet Suburban (454 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 339 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Riley 4. (115 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Riley 4. 2009 Chevrolet Suburban has automatic transmission and 1961 Riley 4 has manual transmission. 1961 Riley 4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Chevrolet Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Suburban | 1961 Riley 4 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Riley |
Model | Suburban | 4 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1961 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5300 cc | 1489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 454 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 7.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5660 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 45 L |