2009 Porsche Cayenne vs. 1959 Riley 4-68
To start off, 2009 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Riley 4-68. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Riley 4-68 would be higher. At 4,806 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche Cayenne (399 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 336 more horse power than 1959 Riley 4-68. (63 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 1959 Riley 4-68. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 258 kg more than 1959 Riley 4-68. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Porsche Cayenne is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Riley 4-68. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Porsche Cayenne 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 Porsche Cayenne (500 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 385 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Riley 4-68. (115 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Riley 4-68.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Porsche Cayenne | 1959 Riley 4-68 | |
| Make | Porsche | Riley |
| Model | Cayenne | 4-68 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4806 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 399 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 253 km/hour | 142 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1092 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 45 L |
