1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire vs. 1998 Acura EL
To start off, 1998 Acura EL is newer by 43 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, 1998 Acura EL (127 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. (125 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Acura EL 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 751 kg more than 1998 Acura EL.
Because 1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Acura EL, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Acura EL. (145 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Acura EL.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire | 1998 Acura EL | |
Make | Armstrong Siddeley | Acura |
Model | Sapphire | EL |
Year Released | 1955 | 1998 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3435 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 127 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 247 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1079 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4478 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1704 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1394 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 2619 mm |