1953 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire vs. 1988 Ferrari F1 88
To start off, 1988 Ferrari F1 88 is newer by 35 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, 1988 Ferrari F1 88 (612 HP @ 12000 RPM) has 487 more horse power than 1953 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. (125 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ferrari F1 88 should accelerate faster than 1953 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire weights approximately 1035 kg more than 1988 Ferrari F1 88.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire | 1988 Ferrari F1 88 | |
| Make | Armstrong Siddeley | Ferrari |
| Model | Sapphire | F1 88 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1988 |
| Engine Size | 3435 cc | 1496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 612 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 12000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2130 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1010 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2810 mm |
