2007 Audi R8 vs. 1965 Riley One-Point-Five
To start off, 2007 Audi R8 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 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi R8 (414 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 352 more horse power than 1965 Riley One-Point-Five. (62 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1965 Riley One-Point-Five. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi R8 weights approximately 630 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 2007 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Riley One-Point-Five. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Audi R8 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 R8 (430 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 318 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Riley One-Point-Five. (112 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Riley One-Point-Five.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi R8 | 1965 Riley One-Point-Five | |
| Make | Audi | Riley |
| Model | R8 | One-Point-Five |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 414 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2190 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 25 L |
