1967 Riley Kestrel vs. 2013 Audi A6
To start off, 2013 Audi A6 is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Riley Kestrel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Riley Kestrel would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Audi A6 (414 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 361 more horse power than 1967 Riley Kestrel. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1967 Riley Kestrel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A6 weights approximately 1007 kg more than 1967 Riley Kestrel. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Audi A6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Riley Kestrel. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Audi A6 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, 2013 Audi A6 (549 Nm) has 466 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Riley Kestrel. (83 Nm). This means 2013 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Riley Kestrel.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Riley Kestrel | 2013 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Riley | Audi |
| Model | Kestrel | A6 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2013 |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 6 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 414 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 549 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Vehicle Weight | 888 kg | 1895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4931 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 2086 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2916 mm |
