1949 Armstrong Siddeley Whitley vs. 2013 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2013 Porsche Cayman is newer by 64 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 3,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Porsche Cayman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Cayman (325 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 250 more horse power than 1949 Armstrong Siddeley Whitley. (75 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Cayman 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 135 kg more than 2013 Porsche Cayman.
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, 2013 Porsche Cayman (370 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Armstrong Siddeley Whitley. (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Cayman 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 | 2013 Porsche Cayman | |
Make | Armstrong Siddeley | Porsche |
Model | Whitley | Cayman |
Year Released | 1949 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2309 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 325 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 7400 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 77 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4347 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1801 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1285 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2415 mm |