1953 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire vs. 2013 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2013 Porsche Cayenne 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Cayenne (493 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 368 more horse power than 1953 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. (125 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 1953 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 670 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 Porsche Cayenne 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 Porsche Cayenne 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 Porsche Cayenne (700 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 461 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. (239 Nm @ 1000 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire | 2013 Porsche Cayenne | |
Make | Armstrong Siddeley | Porsche |
Model | Sapphire | Cayenne |
Year Released | 1953 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3435 cc | 4800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 493 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 239 Nm | 700 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 10.5 : 1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel / Electric Hybrid |
Top Speed | 141 km/hour | 278 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 2245 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4846 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2154 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1702 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2895 mm |