1951 Bugatti Type 101 vs. 1952 Riley RM A
To start off, 1952 Riley RM A is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Bugatti Type 101. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Bugatti Type 101 would be higher. At 3,255 cc (8 cylinders), 1951 Bugatti Type 101 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Bugatti Type 101 weights approximately 205 kg more than 1952 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:
1951 Bugatti Type 101 | 1952 Riley RM A | |
Make | Bugatti | Riley |
Model | Type 101 | RM A |
Year Released | 1951 | 1952 |
Engine Size | 3255 cc | 1496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 0 HP |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1235 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2870 mm |