1953 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire vs. 2005 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2005 Mercury Sable 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 3,435 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercury Sable (153 HP) has 28 more horse power than 1953 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. (125 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Sable 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 62 kg more than 2005 Mercury Sable.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mercury Sable (252 Nm) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. (239 Nm). This means 2005 Mercury Sable 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 Mercury Sable | |
Make | Armstrong Siddeley | Mercury |
Model | Sapphire | Sable |
Year Released | 1953 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3435 cc | 2983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 153 HP |
Torque | 239 Nm | 252 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1513 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 5080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 68 L |