2009 Audi A6 vs. 1957 Riley Pathfinder
To start off, 2009 Audi A6 is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Riley Pathfinder. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Riley Pathfinder would be higher. At 2,698 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A6 (178 HP @ 3300 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1957 Riley Pathfinder. (108 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1957 Riley Pathfinder. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Riley Pathfinder weights approximately 640 kg more than 2009 Audi A6.
Because 1957 Riley Pathfinder 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 1957 Riley Pathfinder. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Audi A6 (380 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Riley Pathfinder. (183 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Riley Pathfinder.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A6 | 1957 Riley Pathfinder | |
| Make | Audi | Riley |
| Model | A6 | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1957 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2698 cc | 2442 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 7.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 59 L |
