1943 Oldsmobile 66 vs. 1949 Riley RM A
To start off, 1949 Riley RM A is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1943 Oldsmobile 66. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1943 Oldsmobile 66 would be higher. At 3,902 cc (6 cylinders), 1943 Oldsmobile 66 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1943 Oldsmobile 66 weights approximately 535 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:
1943 Oldsmobile 66 | 1949 Riley RM A | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Riley |
Model | 66 | RM A |
Year Released | 1943 | 1949 |
Engine Size | 3902 cc | 1496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 0 HP |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 1235 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2870 mm |