1953 Jaguar XK vs. 1947 Riley RM A
To start off, 1953 Jaguar XK is newer by 6 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1953 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine.
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 Jaguar XK | 1947 Riley RM A | |
Make | Jaguar | Riley |
Model | XK | RM A |
Year Released | 1953 | 1947 |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 0 HP |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2870 mm |