1949 Armstrong Siddeley Whitley vs. 2002 Porsche 911
To start off, 2002 Porsche 911 is newer by 53 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 3,589 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Porsche 911 (276 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 1949 Armstrong Siddeley Whitley. (75 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Porsche 911 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 25 kg more than 2002 Porsche 911.
Because 2002 Porsche 911 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, 2002 Porsche 911 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, 2002 Porsche 911 (841 Nm) has 696 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Armstrong Siddeley Whitley. (145 Nm). This means 2002 Porsche 911 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 | 2002 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Armstrong Siddeley | Porsche |
| Model | Whitley | 911 |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2309 cc | 3589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 841 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 100.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2370 mm |
