1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire vs. 1958 Ferrari 410 Superamerica
To start off, 1958 Ferrari 410 Superamerica is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire would be higher. At 4,961 cc (12 cylinders), 1958 Ferrari 410 Superamerica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Ferrari 410 Superamerica (395 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 270 more horse power than 1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. (125 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Ferrari 410 Superamerica should accelerate faster than 1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire weights approximately 200 kg more than 1958 Ferrari 410 Superamerica.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire | 1958 Ferrari 410 Superamerica | |
| Make | Armstrong Siddeley | Ferrari |
| Model | Sapphire | 410 Superamerica |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3435 cc | 4961 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 2610 mm |
