1952 Riley RM A vs. 1976 Rolls-Royce Corniche
To start off, 1976 Rolls-Royce Corniche is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Riley RM A. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Riley RM A would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Rolls-Royce Corniche is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Rolls-Royce Corniche weights approximately 1051 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. 1976 Rolls-Royce Corniche has automatic transmission and 1952 Riley RM A has manual transmission. 1952 Riley RM A will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1976 Rolls-Royce Corniche will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1952 Riley RM A | 1976 Rolls-Royce Corniche | |
Make | Riley | Rolls-Royce |
Model | RM A | Corniche |
Year Released | 1952 | 1976 |
Engine Size | 1496 cc | 6750 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 0 HP |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 2286 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 5210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 3030 mm |