1949 Armstrong Siddeley Whitley vs. 1976 Datsun 280Z
To start off, 1976 Datsun 280Z is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Armstrong Siddeley Whitley. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Armstrong Siddeley Whitley would be higher. At 2,753 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Datsun 280Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Datsun 280Z (150 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1949 Armstrong Siddeley Whitley. (75 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Datsun 280Z should accelerate faster than 1949 Armstrong Siddeley Whitley. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Armstrong Siddeley Whitley weights approximately 230 kg more than 1976 Datsun 280Z.
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. Let's talk about torque, 1976 Datsun 280Z (221 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Armstrong Siddeley Whitley. (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1976 Datsun 280Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Armstrong Siddeley Whitley.
Compare all specifications:
1949 Armstrong Siddeley Whitley | 1976 Datsun 280Z | |
Make | Armstrong Siddeley | Datsun |
Model | Whitley | 280Z |
Year Released | 1949 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2309 cc | 2753 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 221 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 86.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.5:1 | 8.3:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4399 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1631 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2304 mm |