1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire vs. 1971 Tatra T603
To start off, 1971 Tatra T603 is newer by 16 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 2,472 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Tatra T603 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1971 Tatra T603. (104 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire should accelerate faster than 1971 Tatra T603. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire weights approximately 180 kg more than 1971 Tatra T603. 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 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Tatra T603. (170 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Tatra T603.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire | 1971 Tatra T603 | |
| Make | Armstrong Siddeley | Tatra |
| Model | Sapphire | T603 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2290 cc | 2472 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 189 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2760 mm |
