1984 BMW M6 vs. 1951 Riley RM A
To start off, 1984 BMW M6 is newer by 33 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 3,453 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 BMW M6 weights approximately 271 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:
| 1984 BMW M6 | 1951 Riley RM A | |
| Make | BMW | Riley |
| Model | M6 | RM A |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1951 |
| Engine Size | 3453 cc | 1495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 286 HP | 0 HP |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1506 kg | 1235 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2870 mm |
