2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK vs. 1965 Riley One-Point-Five
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Riley One-Point-Five. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Riley One-Point-Five would be higher. At 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK (302 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 240 more horse power than 1965 Riley One-Point-Five. (62 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK should accelerate faster than 1965 Riley One-Point-Five. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK weights approximately 850 kg more than 1965 Riley One-Point-Five. 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 Mercedes-Benz CLK (460 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 348 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Riley One-Point-Five. (112 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Riley One-Point-Five.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK | 1965 Riley One-Point-Five | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Riley |
Model | CLK | One-Point-Five |
Year Released | 2009 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4966 cc | 1489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 302 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 460 Nm | 112 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 97.1 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 88.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 935 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2190 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 25 L |