1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire vs. 1969 Bizzarrini GT
To start off, 1969 Bizzarrini GT is newer by 14 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 2,290 cc (6 cylinders), 1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1969 Bizzarrini GT. (108 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire should accelerate faster than 1969 Bizzarrini GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire weights approximately 970 kg more than 1969 Bizzarrini GT. 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 (189 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Bizzarrini GT. (157 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Bizzarrini GT.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire | 1969 Bizzarrini GT | |
Make | Armstrong Siddeley | Bizzarrini |
Model | Sapphire | GT |
Year Released | 1955 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2290 cc | 1897 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 189 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1050 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2210 mm |