1949 Armstrong Siddeley Whitley vs. 2007 Volkswagen Multivan
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Multivan is newer by 58 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 3,187 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Multivan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Multivan (232 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1949 Armstrong Siddeley Whitley. (75 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Multivan should accelerate faster than 1949 Armstrong Siddeley Whitley. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Multivan weights approximately 869 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, 2007 Volkswagen Multivan, 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, 2007 Volkswagen Multivan (315 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Armstrong Siddeley Whitley. (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Multivan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Armstrong Siddeley Whitley. 2007 Volkswagen Multivan has automatic transmission and 1949 Armstrong Siddeley Whitley has manual transmission. 1949 Armstrong Siddeley Whitley will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Volkswagen Multivan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1949 Armstrong Siddeley Whitley | 2007 Volkswagen Multivan | |
Make | Armstrong Siddeley | Volkswagen |
Model | Whitley | Multivan |
Year Released | 1949 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2309 cc | 3187 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 232 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 315 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 95.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.5:1 | 11.3:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 2299 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 3010 mm |