1949 Armstrong Siddeley Whitley vs. 1992 Porsche 964
To start off, 1992 Porsche 964 is newer by 43 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Porsche 964 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Porsche 964 (261 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1949 Armstrong Siddeley Whitley. (75 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Porsche 964 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 225 kg more than 1992 Porsche 964.
Because 1992 Porsche 964 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1949 Armstrong Siddeley Whitley. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Porsche 964 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1992 Porsche 964 (318 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Armstrong Siddeley Whitley. (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 Porsche 964 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 | 1992 Porsche 964 | |
Make | Armstrong Siddeley | Porsche |
Model | Whitley | 964 |
Year Released | 1949 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2309 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 318 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1205 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2280 mm |