1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire vs. 1990 Ginetta G32
To start off, 1990 Ginetta G32 is newer by 35 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, 1990 Ginetta G32 (135 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. (85 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ginetta G32 should accelerate faster than 1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire weights approximately 604 kg more than 1990 Ginetta G32.
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) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ginetta G32. (145 Nm). This means 1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ginetta G32.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire | 1990 Ginetta G32 | |
| Make | Armstrong Siddeley | Ginetta |
| Model | Sapphire | G32 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2309 cc | 1905 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 756 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2220 mm |
