1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire vs. 2004 Dodge Viper
To start off, 2004 Dodge Viper 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 7,988 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Dodge Viper (500 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 415 more horse power than 1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. (85 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Viper weights approximately 163 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 Dodge Viper (712 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 552 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. (160 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2004 Dodge Viper 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 Dodge Viper | |
Make | Armstrong Siddeley | Dodge |
Model | Sapphire | Viper |
Year Released | 1955 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2309 cc | 7988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 500 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 712 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1523 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2520 mm |