1952 Ferrari 340 America vs. 1947 Riley RM A
To start off, 1952 Ferrari 340 America is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1947 Riley RM A. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1947 Riley RM A would be higher. At 4,101 cc (12 cylinders), 1952 Ferrari 340 America is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1947 Riley RM A weights approximately 145 kg more than 1952 Ferrari 340 America.
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 Ferrari 340 America | 1947 Riley RM A | |
Make | Ferrari | Riley |
Model | 340 America | RM A |
Year Released | 1952 | 1947 |
Engine Size | 4101 cc | 1496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 218 HP | 0 HP |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1235 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2870 mm |