1949 Armstrong Siddeley Whitley vs. 1999 Lamborghini Diablo
To start off, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 50 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 5,990 cc (12 cylinders), 1999 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo (550 HP) has 475 more horse power than 1949 Armstrong Siddeley Whitley. (75 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1949 Armstrong Siddeley Whitley.
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, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo (640 Nm) has 495 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Armstrong Siddeley Whitley. (145 Nm). This means 1999 Lamborghini Diablo 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 | 1999 Lamborghini Diablo | |
| Make | Armstrong Siddeley | Lamborghini |
| Model | Whitley | Diablo |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2309 cc | 5990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 550 HP |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 640 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 87.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2660 mm |
