1969 Riley Kestrel vs. 2012 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Phaeton is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Riley Kestrel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Riley Kestrel would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen Phaeton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Phaeton (237 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1969 Riley Kestrel. (64 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Phaeton should accelerate faster than 1969 Riley Kestrel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Phaeton weights approximately 1323 kg more than 1969 Riley Kestrel. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Volkswagen Phaeton is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Riley Kestrel. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Phaeton 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, 2012 Volkswagen Phaeton (500 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 404 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Riley Kestrel. (96 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Phaeton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Riley Kestrel.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Riley Kestrel | 2012 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
Make | Riley | Volkswagen |
Model | Kestrel | Phaeton |
Year Released | 1969 | 2012 |
Engine Size | 1275 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 237 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 96 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 2233 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 5059 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1903 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1901 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2881 mm |