2009 Infiniti M vs. 1964 Riley 4
To start off, 2009 Infiniti M is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Riley 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Riley 4 would be higher. At 4,493 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Infiniti M (325 HP) has 258 more horse power than 1964 Riley 4. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 1964 Riley 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Infiniti M weights approximately 567 kg more than 1964 Riley 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Infiniti M is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 Riley 4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Infiniti M 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 Infiniti M (456 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 335 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Riley 4. (121 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Riley 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Infiniti M | 1964 Riley 4 | |
| Make | Infiniti | Riley |
| Model | M | 4 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1964 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4493 cc | 1622 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 456 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1719 kg | 1152 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 45 L |
