1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire vs. 2004 BMW 645
To start off, 2004 BMW 645 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 4,392 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 BMW 645 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 645 (322 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 645 should accelerate faster than 1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 645 weights approximately 65 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, 2004 BMW 645 (447 Nm) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. (189 Nm). This means 2004 BMW 645 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 | 2004 BMW 645 | |
Make | Armstrong Siddeley | BMW |
Model | Sapphire | 645 |
Year Released | 1955 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2290 cc | 4392 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 322 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7400 RPM |
Torque | 189 Nm | 447 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1715 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 70 L |