1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire vs. 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser (247 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. (85 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 500 kg more than 1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser (380 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. (160 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser 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. 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire | 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Armstrong Siddeley | Toyota |
Model | Sapphire | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 1956 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2307 cc | 3956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1860 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2800 mm |