1994 Audi V8 vs. 1965 Riley 4
To start off, 1994 Audi V8 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Riley 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Riley 4 would be higher. At 3,561 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Audi V8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Audi V8 (247 HP) has 180 more horse power than 1965 Riley 4. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Audi V8 should accelerate faster than 1965 Riley 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Audi V8 weights approximately 642 kg more than 1965 Riley 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Audi V8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Riley 4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Audi V8 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, 1994 Audi V8 (340 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Riley 4. (121 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1994 Audi V8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Riley 4.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Audi V8 | 1965 Riley 4 | |
Make | Audi | Riley |
Model | V8 | 4 |
Year Released | 1994 | 1965 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3561 cc | 1620 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 67 HP |
Torque | 340 Nm | 121 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 76.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 88.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1148 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 45 L |