1953 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire vs. 1999 Panoz AIV
To start off, 1999 Panoz AIV 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Panoz AIV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Panoz AIV (301 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1953 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. (125 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Panoz AIV 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 395 kg more than 1999 Panoz AIV.
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 Panoz AIV (407 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. (239 Nm @ 1000 RPM). This means 1999 Panoz AIV 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 Panoz AIV | |
Make | Armstrong Siddeley | Panoz |
Model | Sapphire | AIV |
Year Released | 1953 | 1999 |
Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3435 cc | 4600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 301 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 239 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 141 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 59 L |