1949 Armstrong Siddeley Whitley vs. 2005 Lincoln LS
To start off, 2005 Lincoln LS 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 3,931 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Lincoln LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lincoln LS (280 HP) has 205 more horse power than 1949 Armstrong Siddeley Whitley. (75 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lincoln LS should accelerate faster than 1949 Armstrong Siddeley Whitley. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lincoln LS weights approximately 281 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.
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, 2005 Lincoln LS (388 Nm) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Armstrong Siddeley Whitley. (145 Nm). This means 2005 Lincoln LS 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 Lincoln LS | |
| Make | Armstrong Siddeley | Lincoln |
| Model | Whitley | LS |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2309 cc | 3931 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 280 HP |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 388 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.5:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1711 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 3030 mm |
