1953 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire vs. 2005 Audi S4
To start off, 2005 Audi S4 is newer by 52 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 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi S4 (340 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 215 more horse power than 1953 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. (125 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 1953 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi S4 weights approximately 210 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Audi S4 (410 Nm) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. (239 Nm). This means 2005 Audi S4 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 | 2005 Audi S4 | |
| Make | Armstrong Siddeley | Audi |
| Model | Sapphire | S4 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3435 cc | 4172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 340 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 239 Nm | 410 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 66 L |
