1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire vs. 1961 BMW 700
To start off, 1961 BMW 700 is newer by 6 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 2,309 cc (6 cylinders), 1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire (85 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1961 BMW 700. (38 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire should accelerate faster than 1961 BMW 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire weights approximately 700 kg more than 1961 BMW 700. 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, 1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire (160 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 BMW 700. (52 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 BMW 700.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire | 1961 BMW 700 | |
Make | Armstrong Siddeley | BMW |
Model | Sapphire | 700 |
Year Released | 1955 | 1961 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2309 cc | 697 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 52 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 78.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 660 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2130 mm |