2009 Chrysler 300 vs. 1963 Riley 4
To start off, 2009 Chrysler 300 is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Riley 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Riley 4 would be higher. At 2,986 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chrysler 300 (215 HP) has 148 more horse power than 1963 Riley 4. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1963 Riley 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 811 kg more than 1963 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 (510 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 389 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Riley 4. (121 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Riley 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chrysler 300 | 1963 Riley 4 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Riley |
| Model | 300 | 4 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1963 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2986 cc | 1622 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1959 kg | 1148 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 45 L |
