1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire vs. 2000 GMC Jimmy
To start off, 2000 GMC Jimmy is newer by 45 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 4,298 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 GMC Jimmy (190 HP) has 105 more horse power than 1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. (85 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2000 GMC Jimmy should accelerate faster than 1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 595 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, 2000 GMC Jimmy (340 Nm) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. (160 Nm). This means 2000 GMC Jimmy 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 | 2000 GMC Jimmy | |
| Make | Armstrong Siddeley | GMC |
| Model | Sapphire | Jimmy |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2309 cc | 4298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 190 HP |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2720 mm |
