1952 Bugatti Type 101 vs. 1950 Riley RM A
To start off, 1952 Bugatti Type 101 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Riley RM A. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Riley RM A would be higher. At 3,257 cc (8 cylinders), 1952 Bugatti Type 101 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Bugatti Type 101 weights approximately 205 kg more than 1950 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:
1952 Bugatti Type 101 | 1950 Riley RM A | |
Make | Bugatti | Riley |
Model | Type 101 | RM A |
Year Released | 1952 | 1950 |
Engine Size | 3257 cc | 1496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 133 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 |