1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire vs. 2013 Audi A5
To start off, 2013 Audi A5 is newer by 58 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 2,309 cc (6 cylinders), 1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Audi A5 (208 HP) has 123 more horse power than 1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. (85 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A5 weights approximately 205 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.
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, 2013 Audi A5 (350 Nm) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. (160 Nm). This means 2013 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. 2013 Audi A5 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. 2013 Audi A5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire | 2013 Audi A5 | |
| Make | Armstrong Siddeley | Audi |
| Model | Sapphire | A5 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2309 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 208 HP |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4625 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1383 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2751 mm |
