1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire vs. 2009 Bentley Arnage
To start off, 2009 Bentley Arnage 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 6,748 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Bentley Arnage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Bentley Arnage (500 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 375 more horse power than 1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. (125 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 755 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, 2009 Bentley Arnage (875 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 628 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. (247 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. 2009 Bentley Arnage has automatic transmission and 1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire has manual transmission. 1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Bentley Arnage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire | 2009 Bentley Arnage | |
| Make | Armstrong Siddeley | Bentley |
| Model | Sapphire | Arnage |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3435 cc | 6748 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 247 Nm | 875 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 104.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 99.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 7.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 2585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 5410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 3120 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 96 L |
