1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire vs. 2003 De Tomaso Guara
To start off, 2003 De Tomaso Guara is newer by 48 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 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 De Tomaso Guara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 De Tomaso Guara (305 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 220 more horse power than 1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. (85 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 De Tomaso Guara 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 160 kg more than 2003 De Tomaso Guara.
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, 2003 De Tomaso Guara (414 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. (160 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2003 De Tomaso Guara 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 | 2003 De Tomaso Guara | |
Make | Armstrong Siddeley | De Tomaso |
Model | Sapphire | Guara |
Year Released | 1955 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2309 cc | 4601 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 414 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 90.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2620 mm |