1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire vs. 1995 Bugatti EB 110
To start off, 1995 Bugatti EB 110 is newer by 40 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 3,499 cc (12 cylinders), 1995 Bugatti EB 110 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Bugatti EB 110 (553 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 435 more horse power than 1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Bugatti EB 110 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 45 kg more than 1995 Bugatti EB 110.
Because 1995 Bugatti EB 110 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, 1995 Bugatti EB 110 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, 1995 Bugatti EB 110 (611 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 422 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. (189 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1995 Bugatti EB 110 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 | 1995 Bugatti EB 110 | |
| Make | Armstrong Siddeley | Bugatti |
| Model | Sapphire | EB 110 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2290 cc | 3499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 553 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 189 Nm | 611 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 344 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 120 L |
