1949 Armstrong Siddeley Whitley vs. 2005 Buick LeSabre
To start off, 2005 Buick LeSabre is newer by 56 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Buick LeSabre (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1949 Armstrong Siddeley Whitley. (75 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1949 Armstrong Siddeley Whitley. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 199 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 1949 Armstrong Siddeley Whitley is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1949 Armstrong Siddeley Whitley. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Buick LeSabre, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2005 Buick LeSabre (312 Nm) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Armstrong Siddeley Whitley. (145 Nm). This means 2005 Buick LeSabre 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 | 2005 Buick LeSabre | |
| Make | Armstrong Siddeley | Buick |
| Model | Whitley | LeSabre |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2309 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 205 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.5:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1629 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2780 mm |
