1961 AC Ace vs. 1952 Riley RM A
To start off, 1961 AC Ace is newer by 9 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 2,553 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 AC Ace is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Riley RM A weights approximately 422 kg more than 1961 AC Ace.
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:
1961 AC Ace | 1952 Riley RM A | |
Make | AC | Riley |
Model | Ace | RM A |
Year Released | 1961 | 1952 |
Engine Size | 2553 cc | 1496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 0 HP |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 813 kg | 1235 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2870 mm |