2009 Hummer H2 vs. 1965 Riley 4
To start off, 2009 Hummer H2 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Riley 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Riley 4 would be higher. At 6,199 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Hummer H2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hummer H2 (393 HP) has 326 more horse power than 1965 Riley 4. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hummer H2 should accelerate faster than 1965 Riley 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hummer H2 weights approximately 1755 kg more than 1965 Riley 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Hummer H2 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Riley 4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Hummer H2 will offer significantly more control. 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 Hummer H2 (564 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 443 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Riley 4. (121 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Hummer H2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Riley 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Hummer H2 | 1965 Riley 4 | |
| Make | Hummer | Riley |
| Model | H2 | 4 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1965 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6199 cc | 1620 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 393 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 564 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2903 kg | 1148 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2070 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2020 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 121 L | 45 L |
