1953 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire vs. 1993 Mercedes-Benz 320
To start off, 1993 Mercedes-Benz 320 is newer by 40 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, 1993 Mercedes-Benz 320 (220 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1953 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. (125 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mercedes-Benz 320 should accelerate faster than 1953 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mercedes-Benz 320 weights approximately 75 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.
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, 1993 Mercedes-Benz 320 (310 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. (239 Nm @ 1000 RPM). This means 1993 Mercedes-Benz 320 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 | 1993 Mercedes-Benz 320 | |
| Make | Armstrong Siddeley | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Sapphire | 320 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3435 cc | 3197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 239 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 141 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 72 L |
