2004 Audi RS6 vs. 1960 Riley 4
To start off, 2004 Audi RS6 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Riley 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Riley 4 would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Audi RS6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi RS6 (444 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 381 more horse power than 1960 Riley 4. (63 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi RS6 should accelerate faster than 1960 Riley 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi RS6 weights approximately 770 kg more than 1960 Riley 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Audi RS6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Riley 4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Audi RS6 (560 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 444 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Riley 4. (116 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2004 Audi RS6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Riley 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi RS6 | 1960 Riley 4 | |
| Make | Audi | Riley |
| Model | RS6 | 4 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1960 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 45 L |
