1998 Audi A8 vs. 1964 Riley One-Point-Five
To start off, 1998 Audi A8 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Riley One-Point-Five. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Riley One-Point-Five would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Audi A8 (300 HP) has 238 more horse power than 1964 Riley One-Point-Five. (62 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1964 Riley One-Point-Five.
Because 1998 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 Riley One-Point-Five. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Audi A8 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, 1998 Audi A8 (400 Nm) has 287 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Riley One-Point-Five. (113 Nm). This means 1998 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Riley One-Point-Five.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Audi A8 | 1964 Riley One-Point-Five | |
| Make | Audi | Riley |
| Model | A8 | One-Point-Five |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 62 HP |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.6 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2190 mm |
