1945 Armstrong Siddeley 16 vs. 1996 Porsche 993
To start off, 1996 Porsche 993 is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1945 Armstrong Siddeley 16. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1945 Armstrong Siddeley 16 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Porsche 993 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Porsche 993 (282 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 1945 Armstrong Siddeley 16. (70 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Porsche 993 should accelerate faster than 1945 Armstrong Siddeley 16. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1945 Armstrong Siddeley 16 weights approximately 135 kg more than 1996 Porsche 993.
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:
| 1945 Armstrong Siddeley 16 | 1996 Porsche 993 | |
| Make | Armstrong Siddeley | Porsche |
| Model | 16 | 993 |
| Year Released | 1945 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 76.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2280 mm |
