1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E (268 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. (85 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E 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 Mercedes-Benz E (350 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. (160 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. 2007 Mercedes-Benz E has automatic transmission and 1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire has manual transmission. 1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Mercedes-Benz E will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire | 2007 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Armstrong Siddeley | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Sapphire | E |
Year Released | 1956 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2307 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 268 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 92.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 10.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2860 mm |