1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire vs. 2010 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe
To start off, 2010 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe 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 6,700 cc (12 cylinders), 2010 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe (453 HP @ 5350 RPM) has 368 more horse power than 1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. (85 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe should accelerate faster than 1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe weights approximately 1310 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, 2010 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe (719 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 559 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. (160 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2010 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. 2010 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe 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 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire | 2010 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe | |
Make | Armstrong Siddeley | Rolls-Royce |
Model | Sapphire | Phantom Drophead Coupe |
Year Released | 1955 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2309 cc | 6700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 453 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5350 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 719 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 2670 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5608 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1986 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 3320 mm |