1954 Buick 40 vs. 1945 Riley RM A
To start off, 1954 Buick 40 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1945 Riley RM A. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1945 Riley RM A would be higher. At 4,328 cc (8 cylinders), 1954 Buick 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Buick 40 weights approximately 440 kg more than 1945 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:
1954 Buick 40 | 1945 Riley RM A | |
Make | Buick | Riley |
Model | 40 | RM A |
Year Released | 1954 | 1945 |
Engine Size | 4328 cc | 1496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 0 HP |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 1235 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2870 mm |