2008 Audi S8 vs. 1958 Riley One-Point-Five
To start off, 2008 Audi S8 is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Riley One-Point-Five. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Riley One-Point-Five would be higher. At 5,204 cc (10 cylinders), 2008 Audi S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi S8 (444 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 382 more horse power than 1958 Riley One-Point-Five. (62 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 1958 Riley One-Point-Five. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi S8 weights approximately 1005 kg more than 1958 Riley One-Point-Five. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Audi S8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Riley One-Point-Five. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Audi S8 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 S8 (540 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 428 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Riley One-Point-Five. (112 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Riley One-Point-Five.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Audi S8 | 1958 Riley One-Point-Five | |
Make | Audi | Riley |
Model | S8 | One-Point-Five |
Year Released | 2008 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5204 cc | 1489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 444 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 540 Nm | 112 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 88.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 935 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2190 mm |