1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire vs. 2004 Ferrari Enzo
To start off, 2004 Ferrari Enzo 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 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 Ferrari Enzo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ferrari Enzo (653 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 528 more horse power than 1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. (125 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ferrari Enzo 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 465 kg more than 2004 Ferrari Enzo.
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 Ferrari Enzo (657 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 410 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. (247 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 Ferrari Enzo 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 Ferrari Enzo | |
| Make | Armstrong Siddeley | Ferrari |
| Model | Sapphire | Enzo |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3435 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 653 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 247 Nm | 657 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 75.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 110 L |
