2003 Audi RS6 vs. 1953 Riley Pathfinder
To start off, 2003 Audi RS6 is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Riley Pathfinder. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Riley Pathfinder would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Audi RS6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Audi RS6 (444 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 335 more horse power than 1953 Riley Pathfinder. (109 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Audi RS6 should accelerate faster than 1953 Riley Pathfinder. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Audi RS6 weights approximately 375 kg more than 1953 Riley Pathfinder. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Audi RS6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1953 Riley Pathfinder. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Audi RS6 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, 2003 Audi RS6 (560 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 378 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Riley Pathfinder. (182 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Audi RS6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Riley Pathfinder.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Audi RS6 | 1953 Riley Pathfinder | |
| Make | Audi | Riley |
| Model | RS6 | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1953 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 2443 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 120 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 7.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 161 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 59 L |
