1949 Armstrong Siddeley Whitley vs. 1996 Audi A6
To start off, 1996 Audi A6 is newer by 47 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 2,309 cc (6 cylinders), 1949 Armstrong Siddeley Whitley is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Audi A6 (149 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1949 Armstrong Siddeley Whitley. (75 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1949 Armstrong Siddeley Whitley. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Audi A6 weights approximately 20 kg more than 1949 Armstrong Siddeley Whitley. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Audi A6 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, 1996 Audi A6 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, 1996 Audi A6 (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Armstrong Siddeley Whitley. (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Audi A6 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 | 1996 Audi A6 | |
Make | Armstrong Siddeley | Audi |
Model | Whitley | A6 |
Year Released | 1949 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2309 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 149 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 86.4 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2770 mm |