1949 Armstrong Siddeley Whitley vs. 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK
To start off, 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK is newer by 51 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, 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK (194 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1949 Armstrong Siddeley Whitley. (75 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK should accelerate faster than 1949 Armstrong Siddeley Whitley. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK weights approximately 620 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.
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, 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK (280 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Armstrong Siddeley Whitley. (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK 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 | 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK | |
Make | Armstrong Siddeley | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Whitley | SLK |
Year Released | 1949 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2309 cc | 2295 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 194 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 90.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 88.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 2050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2430 mm |