1953 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire vs. 1985 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 1985 Jensen Interceptor is newer by 32 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 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Jensen Interceptor (242 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1953 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. (125 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1953 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 145 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Jensen Interceptor (418 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. (239 Nm @ 1000 RPM). This means 1985 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire | 1985 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | Armstrong Siddeley | Jensen |
| Model | Sapphire | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3435 cc | 5898 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 239 Nm | 418 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2680 mm |
