1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire vs. 2007 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2007 Porsche Boxster 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 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Porsche Boxster (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 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 305 kg more than 2007 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, 2007 Porsche Boxster (321 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. (189 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 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 | 2007 Porsche Boxster | |
Make | Armstrong Siddeley | Porsche |
Model | Sapphire | Boxster |
Year Released | 1956 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2290 cc | 3179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 189 Nm | 321 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
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 | 1650 kg | 1345 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2420 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 64 L |