1953 Ferrari 195 vs. 1955 Riley RM A
To start off, 1955 Riley RM A is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Ferrari 195. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Ferrari 195 would be higher. At 2,341 cc (12 cylinders), 1953 Ferrari 195 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Riley RM A weights approximately 286 kg more than 1953 Ferrari 195.
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:
1953 Ferrari 195 | 1955 Riley RM A | |
Make | Ferrari | Riley |
Model | 195 | RM A |
Year Released | 1953 | 1955 |
Engine Size | 2341 cc | 1496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | 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 | 950 kg | 1236 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2870 mm |