1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire vs. 1970 Opel GT
To start off, 1970 Opel GT is newer by 15 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 19 more horse power than 1970 Opel GT. (66 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire should accelerate faster than 1970 Opel GT.
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 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Opel GT. (85 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Opel GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire | 1970 Opel GT | |
| Make | Armstrong Siddeley | Opel |
| Model | Sapphire | GT |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2309 cc | 1100 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 61 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2440 mm |
