1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire vs. 2005 Ford FPV BF GT
To start off, 2005 Ford FPV BF GT is newer by 50 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 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford FPV BF GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford FPV BF GT (389 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 304 more horse power than 1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. (85 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford FPV BF GT should accelerate faster than 1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford FPV BF GT weights approximately 495 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, 2005 Ford FPV BF GT (520 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 360 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. (160 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2005 Ford FPV BF GT 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 | 2005 Ford FPV BF GT | |
Make | Armstrong Siddeley | Ford |
Model | Sapphire | FPV BF GT |
Year Released | 1955 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2309 cc | 5407 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 389 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 520 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 90.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 105.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1855 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2150 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2840 mm |