1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire vs. 1957 Lotus XI Le Mans
To start off, 1957 Lotus XI Le Mans is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire would be higher. At 2,307 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire (85 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1957 Lotus XI Le Mans. (84 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire should accelerate faster than 1957 Lotus XI Le Mans. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire weights approximately 950 kg more than 1957 Lotus XI Le Mans. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire | 1957 Lotus XI Le Mans | |
| Make | Armstrong Siddeley | Lotus |
| Model | Sapphire | XI Le Mans |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2307 cc | 1096 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 84 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 72.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 66.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2240 mm |
