1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire vs. 1949 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Jensen Interceptor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Jensen Interceptor would be higher. At 3,990 cc (6 cylinders), 1949 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1949 Jensen Interceptor (130 HP @ 3700 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. (85 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1949 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 139 kg more than 1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1949 Jensen Interceptor (288 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. (160 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1949 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire | 1949 Jensen Interceptor | |
Make | Armstrong Siddeley | Jensen |
Model | Sapphire | Interceptor |
Year Released | 1955 | 1949 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2309 cc | 3990 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 130 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 288 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 87.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 111.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 6.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1499 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2860 mm |