1999 Audi R8R vs. 1965 Riley Kestrel
To start off, 1999 Audi R8R is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Riley Kestrel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Riley Kestrel would be higher. At 3,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Audi R8R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Audi R8R (247 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1965 Riley Kestrel. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi R8R should accelerate faster than 1965 Riley Kestrel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Riley Kestrel weights approximately 883 kg more than 1999 Audi R8R.
Because 1999 Audi R8R 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 1999 Audi R8R. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1965 Riley Kestrel, 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, 1999 Audi R8R (330 Nm) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Riley Kestrel. (84 Nm). This means 1999 Audi R8R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Riley Kestrel.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi R8R | 1965 Riley Kestrel | |
| Make | Audi | Riley |
| Model | R8R | Kestrel |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1965 |
| Engine Size | 3898 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 2 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1350 mm |
