1953 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire vs. 1967 Cadillac Calais
To start off, 1967 Cadillac Calais is newer by 14 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 7,029 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Cadillac Calais is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Cadillac Calais (208 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1953 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. (125 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Cadillac Calais should accelerate faster than 1953 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Cadillac Calais weights approximately 415 kg more than 1953 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire | 1967 Cadillac Calais | |
| Make | Armstrong Siddeley | Cadillac |
| Model | Sapphire | Calais |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1967 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3435 cc | 7029 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 5700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 3300 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 82 L |
