2009 Nissan 370Z vs. 1971 Riley 4
To start off, 2009 Nissan 370Z is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Riley 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Riley 4 would be higher. At 3,697 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan 370Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan 370Z (327 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 260 more horse power than 1971 Riley 4. (67 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan 370Z should accelerate faster than 1971 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 Nissan 370Z (270 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Riley 4. (121 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan 370Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Riley 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Nissan 370Z | 1971 Riley 4 | |
| Make | Nissan | Riley |
| Model | 370Z | 4 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3697 cc | 1622 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 327 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1620 mm |
