1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire vs. 2008 BMW 116
To start off, 2008 BMW 116 is newer by 52 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 2,307 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 116 (113 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. (85 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 116 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 155 kg more than 2008 BMW 116.
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, 1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire (160 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 116. (151 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 116.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire | 2008 BMW 116 | |
Make | Armstrong Siddeley | BMW |
Model | Sapphire | 116 |
Year Released | 1956 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2307 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 151 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 72 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1205 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2670 mm |