1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire vs. 2008 Mazda DrifterX
To start off, 2008 Mazda DrifterX is newer by 53 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 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mazda DrifterX is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mazda DrifterX weights approximately 120 kg more than 1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire.
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, 2008 Mazda DrifterX (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. (160 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2008 Mazda DrifterX 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 | 2008 Mazda DrifterX | |
Make | Armstrong Siddeley | Mazda |
Model | Sapphire | DrifterX |
Year Released | 1955 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2309 cc | 2499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 0 HP |
Torque | 160 Nm | 257 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 21.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 3010 mm |