1953 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire vs. 2011 Jaguar XF
To start off, 2011 Jaguar XF is newer by 58 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, 2011 Jaguar XF (271 HP) has 146 more horse power than 1953 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. (125 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Jaguar XF should accelerate faster than 1953 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire.
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, 2011 Jaguar XF (600 Nm) has 361 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. (239 Nm). This means 2011 Jaguar XF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. 2011 Jaguar XF 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. 2011 Jaguar XF will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire | 2011 Jaguar XF | |
| Make | Armstrong Siddeley | Jaguar |
| Model | Sapphire | XF |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3435 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 271 HP |
| Torque | 239 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4961 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1877 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1461 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2908 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 70 L |
