1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire vs. 1963 Cadillac Biarritz
To start off, 1963 Cadillac Biarritz is newer by 8 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 6,390 cc (8 cylinders), 1963 Cadillac Biarritz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Cadillac Biarritz (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. (125 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Cadillac Biarritz should accelerate faster than 1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Cadillac Biarritz weights approximately 350 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, 1963 Cadillac Biarritz (583 Nm) has 336 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. (247 Nm). This means 1963 Cadillac Biarritz 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 | 1963 Cadillac Biarritz | |
| Make | Armstrong Siddeley | Cadillac |
| Model | Sapphire | Biarritz |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1963 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3435 cc | 6390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 247 Nm | 583 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 98.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 2180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 5670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 3300 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 75 L |
