1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire vs. 1978 Datsun 260Z
To start off, 1978 Datsun 260Z is newer by 22 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 2,565 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Datsun 260Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Datsun 260Z (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. (85 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Datsun 260Z 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 260 kg more than 1978 Datsun 260Z.
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, 1978 Datsun 260Z (213 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. (160 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1978 Datsun 260Z 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 | 1978 Datsun 260Z | |
Make | Armstrong Siddeley | Datsun |
Model | Sapphire | 260Z |
Year Released | 1956 | 1978 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2307 cc | 2565 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 213 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 8.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4135 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2310 mm |