1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire vs. 2010 Audi A6
To start off, 2010 Audi A6 is newer by 55 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 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi A6 (350 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire.
Because 2010 Audi A6 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, 2010 Audi A6 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, 2010 Audi A6 (440 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. (189 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. 2010 Audi A6 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. 2010 Audi A6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire | 2010 Audi A6 | |
Make | Armstrong Siddeley | Audi |
Model | Sapphire | A6 |
Year Released | 1955 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2290 cc | 4200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 189 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4934 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1862 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1519 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2833 mm |