1949 Armstrong Siddeley Whitley vs. 2010 Audi R8
To start off, 2010 Audi R8 is newer by 61 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 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi R8 (420 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 345 more horse power than 1949 Armstrong Siddeley Whitley. (75 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1949 Armstrong Siddeley Whitley.
Because 2010 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1949 Armstrong Siddeley Whitley. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Audi R8 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, 2010 Audi R8 (429 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 284 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Armstrong Siddeley Whitley. (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Audi R8 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 | 2010 Audi R8 | |
| Make | Armstrong Siddeley | Audi |
| Model | Whitley | R8 |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2309 cc | 4200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 420 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 429 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4435 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1252 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2649 mm |
