1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire vs. 2006 Ford F-250
To start off, 2006 Ford F-250 is newer by 50 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 4,198 cc, 2006 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford F-250 (177 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. (85 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford F-250 weights approximately 1496 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 2006 Ford F-250 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, 2006 Ford F-250 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, 2006 Ford F-250 (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 340 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. (160 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2006 Ford F-250 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 | 2006 Ford F-250 | |
Make | Armstrong Siddeley | Ford |
Model | Sapphire | F-250 |
Year Released | 1956 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2307 cc | 4198 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 103 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 17.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
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 | 2856 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 2040 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 3490 mm |