1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire vs. 1967 Sunbeam Tiger
To start off, 1967 Sunbeam Tiger is newer by 11 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 4,738 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Sunbeam Tiger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Sunbeam Tiger (197 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. (85 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Sunbeam Tiger should accelerate faster than 1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire weights approximately 220 kg more than 1967 Sunbeam Tiger.
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 | 1967 Sunbeam Tiger | |
| Make | Armstrong Siddeley | Sunbeam |
| Model | Sapphire | Tiger |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1967 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
| Engine Size | 2307 cc | 4738 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2190 mm |
