1949 Armstrong Siddeley Whitley vs. 2001 TVR Chimaera
To start off, 2001 TVR Chimaera is newer by 52 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 4,986 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 TVR Chimaera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 TVR Chimaera (335 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 260 more horse power than 1949 Armstrong Siddeley Whitley. (75 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 TVR Chimaera 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 370 kg more than 2001 TVR Chimaera.
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, 2001 TVR Chimaera (484 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 339 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Armstrong Siddeley Whitley. (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 TVR Chimaera 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 | 2001 TVR Chimaera | |
Make | Armstrong Siddeley | TVR |
Model | Whitley | Chimaera |
Year Released | 1949 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2309 cc | 4986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 335 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 484 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2370 mm |