1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire vs. 2001 BMW 520
To start off, 2001 BMW 520 is newer by 45 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 2,290 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW 520 (167 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW 520 should accelerate faster than 1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW 520 weights approximately 20 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, 2001 BMW 520 (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. (189 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 BMW 520 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 | 2001 BMW 520 | |
Make | Armstrong Siddeley | BMW |
Model | Sapphire | 520 |
Year Released | 1956 | 2001 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2290 cc | 2171 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 167 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 189 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1670 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 70 L |