1997 Audi A6 vs. 1959 Riley Two Point Six
To start off, 1997 Audi A6 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Riley Two Point Six. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Riley Two Point Six would be higher. At 2,639 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Riley Two Point Six is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Audi A6 (108 HP @ 4150 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1959 Riley Two Point Six. (97 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1959 Riley Two Point Six. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Riley Two Point Six weights approximately 260 kg more than 1997 Audi A6.
Because 1959 Riley Two Point Six is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1959 Riley Two Point Six. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Audi A6, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1997 Audi A6 (235 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Riley Two Point Six. (183 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1997 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Riley Two Point Six.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Audi A6 | 1959 Riley Two Point Six | |
| Make | Audi | Riley |
| Model | A6 | Two Point Six |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 2639 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4150 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2890 mm |
