1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire vs. 1970 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 1970 Jensen Interceptor 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 6,276 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Jensen Interceptor (279 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. (85 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 390 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Jensen Interceptor (587 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 427 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. (160 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1970 Jensen Interceptor 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 | 1970 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | Armstrong Siddeley | Jensen |
| Model | Sapphire | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2307 cc | 6276 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 279 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 587 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2680 mm |
