1949 Armstrong Siddeley Whitley vs. 2004 Lamborghini Gallardo
To start off, 2004 Lamborghini Gallardo is newer by 55 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 4,966 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 Lamborghini Gallardo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Lamborghini Gallardo (494 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 419 more horse power than 1949 Armstrong Siddeley Whitley. (75 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lamborghini Gallardo should accelerate faster than 1949 Armstrong Siddeley Whitley.
Because 2004 Lamborghini Gallardo 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, 2004 Lamborghini Gallardo 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, 2004 Lamborghini Gallardo (510 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 365 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Armstrong Siddeley Whitley. (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Lamborghini Gallardo 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 | 2004 Lamborghini Gallardo | |
| Make | Armstrong Siddeley | Lamborghini |
| Model | Whitley | Gallardo |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2309 cc | 4966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 494 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2570 mm |
