1949 Armstrong Siddeley Whitley vs. 2011 Audi A6
To start off, 2011 Audi A6 is newer by 62 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), 2011 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi A6 (350 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 275 more horse power than 1949 Armstrong Siddeley Whitley. (75 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1949 Armstrong Siddeley Whitley.
Because 2011 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1949 Armstrong Siddeley Whitley. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi A6 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, 2011 Audi A6 (440 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 295 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Armstrong Siddeley Whitley. (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Armstrong Siddeley Whitley. 2011 Audi A6 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. 2011 Audi A6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1949 Armstrong Siddeley Whitley | 2011 Audi A6 | |
Make | Armstrong Siddeley | Audi |
Model | Whitley | A6 |
Year Released | 1949 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2309 cc | 4200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4934 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1862 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1519 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2833 mm |