1949 Maserati A6GCS vs. 1952 Riley RM A
To start off, 1952 Riley RM A is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Maserati A6GCS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Maserati A6GCS would be higher. At 1,978 cc (6 cylinders), 1949 Maserati A6GCS is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Riley RM A weights approximately 615 kg more than 1949 Maserati A6GCS.
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:
1949 Maserati A6GCS | 1952 Riley RM A | |
Make | Maserati | Riley |
Model | A6GCS | RM A |
Year Released | 1949 | 1952 |
Engine Size | 1978 cc | 1496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 0 HP |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 620 kg | 1235 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2870 mm |