1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire vs. 1961 Jaguar MK X
To start off, 1961 Jaguar MK X is newer by 5 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 3,781 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Jaguar MK X is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Jaguar MK X (252 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. (85 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Jaguar MK X should accelerate faster than 1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Jaguar MK X weights approximately 530 kg more than 1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1961 Jaguar MK X (360 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. (160 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1961 Jaguar MK X will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire | 1961 Jaguar MK X | |
Make | Armstrong Siddeley | Jaguar |
Model | Sapphire | MK X |
Year Released | 1956 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2307 cc | 3781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 360 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1890 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2900 mm |