1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire vs. 2006 Morgan Aero 8
To start off, 2006 Morgan Aero 8 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 4,396 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Morgan Aero 8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Morgan Aero 8 (282 HP @ 3700 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. (85 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Morgan Aero 8 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 140 kg more than 2006 Morgan Aero 8.
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, 2006 Morgan Aero 8 (430 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. (160 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2006 Morgan Aero 8 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 Morgan Aero 8 | |
Make | Armstrong Siddeley | Morgan |
Model | Sapphire | Aero 8 |
Year Released | 1956 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2307 cc | 4396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 282 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 430 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 82.7 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
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 | 1220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1100 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2540 mm |