1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire vs. 2009 Audi A4
To start off, 2009 Audi A4 is newer by 54 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 2,309 cc (6 cylinders), 1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A4 (188 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. (85 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A4 weights approximately 170 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.
Because 2009 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi A4 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Audi A4 (240 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. (160 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire.
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1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire | 2009 Audi A4 | |
Make | Armstrong Siddeley | Audi |
Model | Sapphire | A4 |
Year Released | 1955 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2309 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 188 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2660 mm |