1976 BMW 630 vs. 1951 Riley RM A
To start off, 1976 BMW 630 is newer by 25 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 2,986 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 BMW 630 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 BMW 630 weights approximately 223 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:
1976 BMW 630 | 1951 Riley RM A | |
Make | BMW | Riley |
Model | 630 | RM A |
Year Released | 1976 | 1951 |
Engine Size | 2986 cc | 1495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 0 HP |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1458 kg | 1235 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2870 mm |