1953 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire vs. 1999 BMW Breyton
To start off, 1999 BMW Breyton is newer by 46 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, 1999 BMW Breyton (326 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 1953 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. (125 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW Breyton should accelerate faster than 1953 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW Breyton weights approximately 125 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, 1999 BMW Breyton (746 Nm) has 507 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. (239 Nm). This means 1999 BMW Breyton 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 | 1999 BMW Breyton | |
| Make | Armstrong Siddeley | BMW |
| Model | Sapphire | Breyton |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3435 cc | 3300 cc |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 326 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 239 Nm | 746 Nm |
| Top Speed | 141 km/hour | 328 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 63 L |
