1998 Audi A6 vs. 1959 Riley 4
To start off, 1998 Audi A6 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Riley 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Riley 4 would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Audi A6 (286 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 223 more horse power than 1959 Riley 4. (63 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1959 Riley 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Audi A6 weights approximately 645 kg more than 1959 Riley 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Riley 4 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 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1998 Audi A6 (401 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 286 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Riley 4. (115 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1998 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Riley 4.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Audi A6 | 1959 Riley 4 | |
Make | Audi | Riley |
Model | A6 | 4 |
Year Released | 1998 | 1959 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4172 cc | 1487 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 286 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 401 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 45 L |