1988 Porsche 928 vs. 1951 Riley RM A
To start off, 1988 Porsche 928 is newer by 37 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 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Porsche 928 weights approximately 295 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:
1988 Porsche 928 | 1951 Riley RM A | |
Make | Porsche | Riley |
Model | 928 | RM A |
Year Released | 1988 | 1951 |
Engine Size | 4664 cc | 1495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 307 HP | 0 HP |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1235 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2870 mm |