1953 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire vs. 2011 Peugeot 408
To start off, 2011 Peugeot 408 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 Peugeot 408 (147 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1953 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. (125 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Peugeot 408 should accelerate faster than 1953 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire.
Because 1953 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1953 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Peugeot 408, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1953 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire (239 Nm @ 1000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Peugeot 408. (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1953 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Peugeot 408.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire | 2011 Peugeot 408 | |
| Make | Armstrong Siddeley | Peugeot |
| Model | Sapphire | 408 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3435 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 147 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 239 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1815 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1525 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2710 mm |
