2009 GMC Sierra vs. 1961 Riley 4
To start off, 2009 GMC Sierra 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 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Sierra (327 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 264 more horse power than 1961 Riley 4. (63 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Sierra 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 GMC Sierra (367 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Riley 4. (115 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2009 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Riley 4. 2009 GMC Sierra 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 GMC Sierra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 GMC Sierra | 1961 Riley 4 | |
| Make | GMC | Riley |
| Model | Sierra | 4 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1961 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5967 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 327 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 367 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 7.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5850 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 45 L |
