2007 Audi A8 vs. 1959 Riley Two Point Six
To start off, 2007 Audi A8 is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Riley Two Point Six. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Riley Two Point Six would be higher. At 5,997 cc, 2007 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A8 (444 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 347 more horse power than 1959 Riley Two Point Six. (97 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1959 Riley Two Point Six. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A8 weights approximately 355 kg more than 1959 Riley Two Point Six. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Riley Two Point Six. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Audi A8 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, 2007 Audi A8 (580 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 397 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Riley Two Point Six. (183 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Riley Two Point Six.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A8 | 1959 Riley Two Point Six | |
| Make | Audi | Riley |
| Model | A8 | Two Point Six |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5997 cc | 2639 cc |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 580 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1995 kg | 1640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2890 mm |
