1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire vs. 2011 BMW 116
To start off, 2011 BMW 116 is newer by 55 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, 2011 BMW 116 (121 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. (85 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 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 20 kg more than 2011 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, 2011 BMW 116 (185 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. (160 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 116 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 | 2011 BMW 116 | |
Make | Armstrong Siddeley | BMW |
Model | Sapphire | 116 |
Year Released | 1956 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2307 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 121 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 185 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4239 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1748 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1421 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2660 mm |