1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire vs. 2005 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2005 Porsche Boxster is newer by 49 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 3,164 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche Boxster (280 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. (85 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche Boxster 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 15 kg more than 2005 Porsche Boxster.
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, 2005 Porsche Boxster (320 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. (160 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2005 Porsche Boxster 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 | 2005 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Armstrong Siddeley | Porsche |
| Model | Sapphire | Boxster |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2307 cc | 3164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| 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 | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2420 mm |
