2002 Audi S4 vs. 1959 Riley 4
To start off, 2002 Audi S4 is newer by 43 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 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Audi S4 (339 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 276 more horse power than 1959 Riley 4. (63 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 1959 Riley 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Audi S4 weights approximately 580 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 2002 Audi S4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Riley 4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Audi S4 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, 2002 Audi S4 (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 295 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Riley 4. (115 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2002 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Riley 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Audi S4 | 1959 Riley 4 | |
| Make | Audi | Riley |
| Model | S4 | 4 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1959 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1487 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 339 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 45 L |
