1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire vs. 1970 Jaguar Type E
To start off, 1970 Jaguar Type E is newer by 14 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 4,235 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Jaguar Type E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Jaguar Type E (225 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Jaguar Type E 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 250 kg more than 1970 Jaguar Type E.
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 | 1970 Jaguar Type E | |
| Make | Armstrong Siddeley | Jaguar |
| Model | Sapphire | Type E |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2290 cc | 4235 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2450 mm |
