1949 Armstrong Siddeley Whitley vs. 2004 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 2004 Land Rover Range Rover 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 4,392 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Land Rover Range Rover (282 HP) has 207 more horse power than 1949 Armstrong Siddeley Whitley. (75 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1949 Armstrong Siddeley Whitley. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 1012 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.
Because 2004 Land Rover Range Rover 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 Land Rover Range Rover 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 Land Rover Range Rover (441 Nm) has 296 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Armstrong Siddeley Whitley. (145 Nm). This means 2004 Land Rover Range Rover 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 Land Rover Range Rover | |
Make | Armstrong Siddeley | Land Rover |
Model | Whitley | Range Rover |
Year Released | 1949 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2309 cc | 4392 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 282 HP |
Torque | 145 Nm | 441 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 2442 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2890 mm |