1953 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire vs. 1948 GAZ M-20
To start off, 1953 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 GAZ M-20. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 GAZ M-20 would be higher. At 3,435 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire (125 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1948 GAZ M-20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire should accelerate faster than 1948 GAZ M-20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire weights approximately 115 kg more than 1948 GAZ M-20. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1953 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire (239 Nm @ 1000 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 GAZ M-20. (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1953 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 GAZ M-20.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire | 1948 GAZ M-20 | |
| Make | Armstrong Siddeley | GAZ |
| Model | Sapphire | M-20 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1948 |
| Engine Size | 3435 cc | 2120 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 239 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2710 mm |
