1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire vs. 1958 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1958 Wartburg 312 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 2,307 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire (85 HP) has 36 more horse power than 1958 Wartburg 312. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire should accelerate faster than 1958 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire weights approximately 390 kg more than 1958 Wartburg 312. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire (160 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Wartburg 312. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire | 1958 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Armstrong Siddeley | Wartburg |
| Model | Sapphire | 312 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2307 cc | 992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2460 mm |
