2008 Audi A4 vs. 1959 Riley 4
To start off, 2008 Audi A4 is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Riley 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Riley 4 would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A4 (222 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1959 Riley 4. (63 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1959 Riley 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A4 weights approximately 470 kg more than 1959 Riley 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Riley 4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Audi A4 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, 2008 Audi A4 (451 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 336 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Riley 4. (115 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Riley 4.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Audi A4 | 1959 Riley 4 | |
Make | Audi | Riley |
Model | A4 | 4 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1959 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2967 cc | 1487 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 222 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 451 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 235 km/hour | 142 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 45 L |