1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire vs. 2005 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2005 Toyota Tacoma 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 3,948 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Tacoma (245 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. (85 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 314 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 Toyota Tacoma (382 Nm) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. (160 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Tacoma 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 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | Armstrong Siddeley | Toyota |
Model | Sapphire | Tacoma |
Year Released | 1955 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2309 cc | 3948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 245 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 382 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1674 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 3240 mm |