1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire vs. 2011 Dodge Challenger
To start off, 2011 Dodge Challenger is newer by 56 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Dodge Challenger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Dodge Challenger (376 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 251 more horse power than 1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. (125 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Dodge Challenger should accelerate faster than 1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Dodge Challenger weights approximately 574 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, 2011 Dodge Challenger (555 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 308 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. (247 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Dodge Challenger 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 | 2011 Dodge Challenger | |
| Make | Armstrong Siddeley | Dodge |
| Model | Sapphire | Challenger |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3435 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 376 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5150 RPM |
| Torque | 247 Nm | 555 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 2404 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 5022 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1923 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 2946 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 72 L |
