1957 BMW 502 vs. 1951 Riley RM A
To start off, 1957 BMW 502 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Riley RM A. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Riley RM A would be higher. At 2,579 cc (8 cylinders), 1957 BMW 502 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 BMW 502 weights approximately 175 kg more than 1951 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:
1957 BMW 502 | 1951 Riley RM A | |
Make | BMW | Riley |
Model | 502 | RM A |
Year Released | 1957 | 1951 |
Engine Size | 2579 cc | 1495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 0 HP |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1235 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2870 mm |