1953 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz R
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz R 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 Mercedes-Benz R (187 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1953 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. (125 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz R should accelerate faster than 1953 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire.
Because 2011 Mercedes-Benz R is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1953 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz R will offer significantly more control. 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 Mercedes-Benz R (440 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. (239 Nm @ 1000 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. 2011 Mercedes-Benz R 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 Mercedes-Benz R will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1953 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire | 2011 Mercedes-Benz R | |
Make | Armstrong Siddeley | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Sapphire | R |
Year Released | 1953 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3435 cc | 2987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 239 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1000 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 141 km/hour | 216 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 5156 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1958 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1661 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 3216 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 80 L |