1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire vs. 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano
To start off, 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano 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 3,435 cc (6 cylinders), 1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano (141 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. (125 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano should accelerate faster than 1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano weights approximately 165 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, 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano (316 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. (247 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano 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 Mercedes-Benz Viano | |
Make | Armstrong Siddeley | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Sapphire | Viano |
Year Released | 1955 | 2003 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3435 cc | 2148 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 247 Nm | 316 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 88.3 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1995 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 65 L |