1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire vs. 2012 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2012 Subaru Legacy 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Subaru Legacy (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Legacy 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 70 kg more than 2012 Subaru Legacy.
Because 2012 Subaru Legacy 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 Subaru Legacy 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 Subaru Legacy (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. (189 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. 2012 Subaru Legacy 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. 2012 Subaru Legacy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire | 2012 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Armstrong Siddeley | Subaru |
Model | Sapphire | Legacy |
Year Released | 1955 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2290 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 189 Nm | 335 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4775 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 70 L |