1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire vs. 1972 DAF 44
To start off, 1972 DAF 44 is newer by 17 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 3,435 cc (6 cylinders), 1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire (125 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1972 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire should accelerate faster than 1972 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire weights approximately 1074 kg more than 1972 DAF 44. 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 (247 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 DAF 44. (65 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire | 1972 DAF 44 | |
| Make | Armstrong Siddeley | DAF |
| Model | Sapphire | 44 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3435 cc | 844 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 247 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 756 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 2260 mm |
