1963 Ferrari 156 vs. 1950 Riley RM A
To start off, 1963 Ferrari 156 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Riley RM A. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Riley RM A would be higher. At 1,496 cc (4 cylinders), 1950 Riley RM A is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Riley RM A weights approximately 773 kg more than 1963 Ferrari 156.
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:
1963 Ferrari 156 | 1950 Riley RM A | |
Make | Ferrari | Riley |
Model | 156 | RM A |
Year Released | 1963 | 1950 |
Engine Size | 1486 cc | 1496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 0 HP |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 462 kg | 1235 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 870 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1010 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2870 mm |