2009 Chrysler 300 vs. 1961 Riley 4
To start off, 2009 Chrysler 300 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 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chrysler 300 (360 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 297 more horse power than 1961 Riley 4. (63 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1961 Riley 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 733 kg more than 1961 Riley 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Chrysler 300 (527 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 412 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Riley 4. (115 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2009 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Riley 4. 2009 Chrysler 300 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 Chrysler 300 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chrysler 300 | 1961 Riley 4 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Riley |
| Model | 300 | 4 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1961 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 360 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5150 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 527 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 7.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 126 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1873 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 45 L |
