1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire vs. 1963 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1963 Wartburg 312 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 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 49 more horse power than 1963 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire should accelerate faster than 1963 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire weights approximately 400 kg more than 1963 Wartburg 312. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire (160 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Wartburg 312. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire | 1963 Wartburg 312 | |
Make | Armstrong Siddeley | Wartburg |
Model | Sapphire | 312 |
Year Released | 1955 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2309 cc | 900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 6.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2460 mm |