1997 Audi A8 vs. 1957 Riley 1.5
To start off, 1997 Audi A8 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Riley 1.5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Riley 1.5 would be higher. At 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Audi A8 (150 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1957 Riley 1.5. (63 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1957 Riley 1.5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Audi A8 weights approximately 690 kg more than 1957 Riley 1.5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1957 Riley 1.5 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 1957 Riley 1.5. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Audi A8, 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 A8 (310 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Riley 1.5. (112 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1997 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Riley 1.5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Audi A8 | 1957 Riley 1.5 | |
| Make | Audi | Riley |
| Model | A8 | 1.5 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.3 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1625 kg | 935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2190 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 31 L |
