1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire vs. 2007 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2007 Ford Mustang is newer by 51 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Mustang (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 215 more horse power than 1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. (85 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire.
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, 2007 Ford Mustang (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 335 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. (160 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Mustang 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 | 2007 Ford Mustang | |
Make | Armstrong Siddeley | Ford |
Model | Sapphire | Mustang |
Year Released | 1956 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2307 cc | 5408 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 495 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 90.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 105.7 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2730 mm |