1953 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire vs. 2004 BMW 118
To start off, 2004 BMW 118 is newer by 51 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, 1953 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire (125 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2004 BMW 118. (120 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire weights approximately 190 kg more than 2004 BMW 118. 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, 2004 BMW 118 (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. (239 Nm @ 1000 RPM). This means 2004 BMW 118 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 | 2004 BMW 118 | |
| Make | Armstrong Siddeley | BMW |
| Model | Sapphire | 118 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3435 cc | 1971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 239 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 17.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 141 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 50 L |
