2007 Audi A6 vs. 1965 Riley One-Point-Five

To start off, 2007 Audi A6 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Riley One-Point-Five. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Riley One-Point-Five would be higher. At 2,393 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A6 (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1965 Riley One-Point-Five. (62 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1965 Riley One-Point-Five. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A6 weights approximately 547 kg more than 1965 Riley One-Point-Five. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1965 Riley One-Point-Five 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 1965 Riley One-Point-Five. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Audi A6, 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, 2007 Audi A6 (230 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Riley One-Point-Five. (112 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Riley One-Point-Five.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Audi A6 1965 Riley One-Point-Five
Make Audi Riley
Model A6 One-Point-Five
Year Released 2007 1965
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2393 cc 1489 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 5 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 175 HP 62 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 4500 RPM
Torque 230 Nm 112 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 3000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 81 mm 73 mm
Engine Stroke Size 77.4 mm 88.9 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.5:1 8.3:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1482 kg 935 kg
Vehicle Length 4920 mm 3890 mm
Vehicle Width 2020 mm 1560 mm
Vehicle Height 1470 mm 1530 mm
Wheelbase Size 2850 mm 2190 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 25 L


 

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