1953 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire vs. 1958 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1958 Wartburg 312 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire 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) has 76 more horse power than 1958 Wartburg 312. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire should accelerate faster than 1958 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire weights approximately 605 kg more than 1958 Wartburg 312. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1953 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire (239 Nm @ 1000 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Wartburg 312. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1953 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire | 1958 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Armstrong Siddeley | Wartburg |
| Model | Sapphire | 312 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3435 cc | 992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 239 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2460 mm |
