2009 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 1970 Riley 4
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Riley 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Riley 4 would be higher. At 6,208 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E (507 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 440 more horse power than 1970 Riley 4. (67 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1970 Riley 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 177 kg more than 1970 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 Mercedes-Benz E (631 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 511 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Riley 4. (120 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Riley 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mercedes-Benz E | 1970 Riley 4 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Riley |
| Model | E | 4 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6208 cc | 1622 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 507 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 631 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1148 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 45 L |
