2000 Audi A6 vs. 1965 Riley Kestrel
To start off, 2000 Audi A6 is newer by 35 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 2,669 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi A6 (247 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1965 Riley Kestrel. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1965 Riley Kestrel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Audi A6 weights approximately 735 kg more than 1965 Riley Kestrel. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Riley Kestrel. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Audi A6 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, 2000 Audi A6 (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Riley Kestrel. (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Riley Kestrel.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi A6 | 1965 Riley Kestrel | |
| Make | Audi | Riley |
| Model | A6 | Kestrel |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1965 |
| Engine Size | 2669 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2380 mm |
