1953 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire vs. 2001 Maserati 3200 GT
To start off, 2001 Maserati 3200 GT is newer by 48 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, 2001 Maserati 3200 GT (365 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 240 more horse power than 1953 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. (125 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Maserati 3200 GT 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 35 kg more than 2001 Maserati 3200 GT.
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, 2001 Maserati 3200 GT (491 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. (239 Nm @ 1000 RPM). This means 2001 Maserati 3200 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. 2001 Maserati 3200 GT has automatic transmission and 1953 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire has manual transmission. 1953 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Maserati 3200 GT will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire | 2001 Maserati 3200 GT | |
Make | Armstrong Siddeley | Maserati |
Model | Sapphire | 3200 GT |
Year Released | 1953 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3435 cc | 3217 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 365 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 239 Nm | 491 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2670 mm |