1941 Buick 40 vs. 1949 Riley RM A
To start off, 1949 Riley RM A is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1941 Buick 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1941 Buick 40 would be higher. At 4,066 cc (8 cylinders), 1941 Buick 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1941 Buick 40 weights approximately 355 kg more than 1949 Riley RM A.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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.
Compare all specifications:
1941 Buick 40 | 1949 Riley RM A | |
Make | Buick | Riley |
Model | 40 | RM A |
Year Released | 1941 | 1949 |
Engine Size | 4066 cc | 1496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 0 HP |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1235 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2870 mm |