1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire vs. 1987 Porsche 959
To start off, 1987 Porsche 959 is newer by 31 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 2,849 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Porsche 959 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Porsche 959 (450 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 365 more horse power than 1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. (85 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Porsche 959 should accelerate faster than 1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Porsche 959 weights approximately 90 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.
Because 1987 Porsche 959 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Porsche 959 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1987 Porsche 959 (500 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 340 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. (160 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1987 Porsche 959 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 | 1987 Porsche 959 | |
Make | Armstrong Siddeley | Porsche |
Model | Sapphire | 959 |
Year Released | 1956 | 1987 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2307 cc | 2849 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 450 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 95.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 67 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 8.3:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2270 mm |