1949 Armstrong Siddeley Whitley vs. 2008 Pontiac G8
To start off, 2008 Pontiac G8 is newer by 59 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 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Pontiac G8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Pontiac G8 (362 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 287 more horse power than 1949 Armstrong Siddeley Whitley. (75 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Pontiac G8 should accelerate faster than 1949 Armstrong Siddeley Whitley. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Armstrong Siddeley Whitley weights approximately 78 kg more than 2008 Pontiac G8.
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, 2008 Pontiac G8 (530 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 385 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Armstrong Siddeley Whitley. (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Pontiac G8 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 | 2008 Pontiac G8 | |
Make | Armstrong Siddeley | Pontiac |
Model | Whitley | G8 |
Year Released | 1949 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2309 cc | 5967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 362 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 530 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.5:1 | 10.4:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1352 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2920 mm |