1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire vs. 2013 Volkswagen Beetle
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Beetle 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 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2013 Volkswagen Beetle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volkswagen Beetle (168 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Beetle 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 290 kg more than 2013 Volkswagen Beetle.
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, 2013 Volkswagen Beetle, 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, 2013 Volkswagen Beetle (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. (189 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen Beetle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. 2013 Volkswagen Beetle 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 Volkswagen Beetle will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire | 2013 Volkswagen Beetle | |
Make | Armstrong Siddeley | Volkswagen |
Model | Sapphire | Beetle |
Year Released | 1955 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2290 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 189 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4277 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1808 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1473 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2537 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 55 L |