1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire vs. 1972 Dodge Dart
To start off, 1972 Dodge Dart is newer by 16 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 5,562 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Dodge Dart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Dodge Dart (240 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Dart 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 225 kg more than 1972 Dodge Dart.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Dodge Dart (401 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. (189 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Dart 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 | 1972 Dodge Dart | |
| Make | Armstrong Siddeley | Dodge |
| Model | Sapphire | Dart |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2290 cc | 5562 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 189 Nm | 401 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2830 mm |
