1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire vs. 2010 Peugeot 807
To start off, 2010 Peugeot 807 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 3,435 cc (6 cylinders), 1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Peugeot 807 (168 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. (125 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Peugeot 807 should accelerate faster than 1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire.
Because 1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Peugeot 807, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Peugeot 807 (371 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. (247 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Peugeot 807 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 | 2010 Peugeot 807 | |
| Make | Armstrong Siddeley | Peugeot |
| Model | Sapphire | 807 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3435 cc | 2179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 247 Nm | 371 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 96 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 80 L |
