1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire vs. 2012 Brilliance BS4
To start off, 2012 Brilliance BS4 is newer by 57 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 2,290 cc (6 cylinders), 1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Brilliance BS4 (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Brilliance BS4 should accelerate faster than 1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire weights approximately 145 kg more than 2012 Brilliance BS4.
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, 2012 Brilliance BS4, 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, 1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire (189 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Brilliance BS4. (165 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Brilliance BS4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire | 2012 Brilliance BS4 | |
| Make | Armstrong Siddeley | Brilliance |
| Model | Sapphire | BS4 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2290 cc | 1832 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 189 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 74 L |
