1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire vs. 1991 Chevrolet SS
To start off, 1991 Chevrolet SS is newer by 36 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 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Chevrolet SS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Chevrolet SS (245 HP) has 127 more horse power than 1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. (118 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Chevrolet SS should accelerate faster than 1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire.
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, 1991 Chevrolet SS (468 Nm) has 279 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. (189 Nm). This means 1991 Chevrolet SS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire | 1991 Chevrolet SS | |
| Make | Armstrong Siddeley | Chevrolet |
| Model | Sapphire | SS |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2290 cc | 5735 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 245 HP |
| Torque | 189 Nm | 468 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 3000 mm |
