1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C 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 2,987 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C (222 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. (85 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 320 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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C (510 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 350 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. (160 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz C 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 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Armstrong Siddeley | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Sapphire | C |
Year Released | 1955 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2309 cc | 2987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 222 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 510 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2720 mm |