1953 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire vs. 2013 Audi A6
To start off, 2013 Audi A6 is newer by 60 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, 2013 Audi A6 (208 HP) has 83 more horse power than 1953 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. (125 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1953 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A6 weights approximately 99 kg more than 1953 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Audi A6 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, 2013 Audi A6 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, 2013 Audi A6 (350 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. (239 Nm @ 1000 RPM). This means 2013 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire.
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1953 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire | 2013 Audi A6 | |
Make | Armstrong Siddeley | Audi |
Model | Sapphire | A6 |
Year Released | 1953 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3435 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 208 HP |
Torque | 239 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 141 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1674 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4925 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2086 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1468 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2912 mm |