1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire vs. 2004 BMW 325
To start off, 2004 BMW 325 is newer by 49 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, 2004 BMW 325 (184 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. (125 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 325 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 235 kg more than 2004 BMW 325.
Let's talk about torque, 1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire (247 Nm) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 325. (237 Nm). This means 1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire | 2004 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Armstrong Siddeley | BMW |
| Model | Sapphire | 325 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3435 cc | 2490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 184 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 7250 RPM |
| Torque | 247 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1595 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 63 L |
