1996 Audi S6 vs. 1963 Riley 4
To start off, 1996 Audi S6 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Riley 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Riley 4 would be higher. At 4,171 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Audi S6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Audi S6 (335 HP) has 268 more horse power than 1963 Riley 4. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Audi S6 should accelerate faster than 1963 Riley 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Audi S6 weights approximately 612 kg more than 1963 Riley 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Audi S6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Riley 4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Audi S6 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, 1996 Audi S6 (420 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 299 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Riley 4. (121 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 Audi S6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Riley 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Audi S6 | 1963 Riley 4 | |
| Make | Audi | Riley |
| Model | S6 | 4 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1963 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4171 cc | 1622 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1148 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 45 L |
