1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire vs. 1958 Mercedes-Benz 300
To start off, 1958 Mercedes-Benz 300 is newer by 2 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 2,981 cc (8 cylinders), 1958 Mercedes-Benz 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Mercedes-Benz 300 (298 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 213 more horse power than 1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. (85 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Mercedes-Benz 300 should accelerate faster than 1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire.
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1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire | 1958 Mercedes-Benz 300 | |
Make | Armstrong Siddeley | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Sapphire | 300 |
Year Released | 1956 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2307 cc | 2981 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 298 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1800 mm |