1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire vs. 2006 Chevrolet SSR
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet SSR is newer by 51 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 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet SSR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet SSR (401 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 276 more horse power than 1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. (125 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet SSR 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 752 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet SSR.
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, 2006 Chevrolet SSR (542 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 295 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. (247 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet SSR 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 | 2006 Chevrolet SSR | |
Make | Armstrong Siddeley | Chevrolet |
Model | Sapphire | SSR |
Year Released | 1955 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3435 cc | 5965 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 401 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 247 Nm | 542 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 91.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 10.9:1 |
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 | 1078 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 2950 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 95 L |