1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire vs. 2003 Chrysler Airflite
To start off, 2003 Chrysler Airflite is newer by 47 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 3,518 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Chrysler Airflite is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chrysler Airflite (253 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. (85 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chrysler Airflite should accelerate faster than 1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chrysler Airflite weights approximately 240 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Chrysler Airflite (341 Nm) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. (160 Nm). This means 2003 Chrysler Airflite 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 | 2003 Chrysler Airflite | |
| Make | Armstrong Siddeley | Chrysler |
| Model | Sapphire | Airflite |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2307 cc | 3518 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 253 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 341 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2950 mm |
