1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire vs. 1999 Ford Econoline
To start off, 1999 Ford Econoline is newer by 43 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 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Ford Econoline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford Econoline (252 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. (85 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Econoline should accelerate faster than 1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford Econoline weights approximately 1025 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.
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, 1999 Ford Econoline (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 314 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. (160 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Econoline 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 | 1999 Ford Econoline | |
| Make | Armstrong Siddeley | Ford |
| Model | Sapphire | Econoline |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2307 cc | 5407 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 474 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 2385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 2060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 3510 mm |
