1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire vs. 2012 Porsche 911

To start off, 2012 Porsche 911 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche 911 (385 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 300 more horse power than 1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. (85 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Porsche 911 weights approximately 145 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 2012 Porsche 911 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Porsche 911 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, 2012 Porsche 911 (420 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. (160 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche 911 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 2012 Porsche 911
Make Armstrong Siddeley Porsche
Model Sapphire 911
Year Released 1955 2012
Body Type Sedan Convertible
Engine Position Front Rear
Engine Size 2309 cc 3800 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line boxer
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 85 HP 385 HP
Engine RPM 4400 RPM 6500 RPM
Torque 160 Nm 420 Nm
Torque RPM 1750 RPM 4400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear AWD
Transmission Type Manual 6-speed manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1360 kg 1505 kg
Vehicle Length 4580 mm 4465 mm
Vehicle Width 1730 mm 1808 mm
Vehicle Height 1570 mm 1300 mm
Wheelbase Size 2900 mm 2350 mm


 

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