1953 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire vs. 2012 Luxgen Luxgen7
To start off, 2012 Luxgen Luxgen7 is newer by 59 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, 2012 Luxgen Luxgen7 (173 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1953 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. (125 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Luxgen Luxgen7 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, 2012 Luxgen Luxgen7, 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, 2012 Luxgen Luxgen7 (270 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. (239 Nm @ 1000 RPM). This means 2012 Luxgen Luxgen7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. 2012 Luxgen Luxgen7 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. 2012 Luxgen Luxgen7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1953 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire | 2012 Luxgen Luxgen7 | |
Make | Armstrong Siddeley | Luxgen |
Model | Sapphire | Luxgen7 |
Year Released | 1953 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3435 cc | 2200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 239 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automated manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |