1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire vs. 1999 Opel Omega
To start off, 1999 Opel Omega is newer by 44 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, 1999 Opel Omega (142 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. (85 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Omega weights approximately 373 kg more than 1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1999 Opel Omega (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. (160 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Omega 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 | 1999 Opel Omega | |
Make | Armstrong Siddeley | Opel |
Model | Sapphire | Omega |
Year Released | 1955 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2309 cc | 2196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 209 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 94.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1733 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2850 mm |