1953 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire vs. 2005 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2005 Jaguar XK 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 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jaguar XK (390 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 265 more horse power than 1953 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. (125 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1953 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jaguar XK weights approximately 178 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, 2005 Jaguar XK (553 Nm) has 314 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. (239 Nm). This means 2005 Jaguar XK 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 Jaguar XK | |
Make | Armstrong Siddeley | Jaguar |
Model | Sapphire | XK |
Year Released | 1953 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3435 cc | 4196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 390 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 239 Nm | 553 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1753 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 75 L |