1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire vs. 2010 Land Rover Range Rover Sport
To start off, 2010 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (510 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 385 more horse power than 1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. (125 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Land Rover Range Rover Sport should accelerate faster than 1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Land Rover Range Rover Sport weights approximately 808 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 2010 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 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 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 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 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (624 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 377 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. (247 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. 2010 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 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 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire | 2010 Land Rover Range Rover Sport | |
Make | Armstrong Siddeley | Land Rover |
Model | Sapphire | Range Rover Sport |
Year Released | 1955 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3435 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 510 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 247 Nm | 624 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 2638 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4783 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1933 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1783 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 2743 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 88 L |