1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire vs. 1989 Beijing BJ 2021
To start off, 1989 Beijing BJ 2021 is newer by 34 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 24 more horse power than 1989 Beijing BJ 2021. (101 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire should accelerate faster than 1989 Beijing BJ 2021. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire weights approximately 350 kg more than 1989 Beijing BJ 2021. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Beijing BJ 2021 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Beijing BJ 2021 will offer significantly more control. 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 (247 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Beijing BJ 2021. (179 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Beijing BJ 2021.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire | 1989 Beijing BJ 2021 | |
| Make | Armstrong Siddeley | Beijing |
| Model | Sapphire | BJ 2021 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1989 |
| Engine Size | 3435 cc | 2466 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 247 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 2580 mm |
