1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire vs. 2011 Lamborghini Gallardo
To start off, 2011 Lamborghini Gallardo 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 5,200 cc (10 cylinders), 2011 Lamborghini Gallardo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lamborghini Gallardo (562 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 477 more horse power than 1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. (85 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lamborghini Gallardo 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 Lamborghini Gallardo.
Because 2011 Lamborghini Gallardo is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Lamborghini Gallardo 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, 2011 Lamborghini Gallardo (539 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 379 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. (160 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2011 Lamborghini Gallardo 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 Lamborghini Gallardo | |
| Make | Armstrong Siddeley | Lamborghini |
| Model | Sapphire | Gallardo |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2307 cc | 5200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 562 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 539 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4387 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1166 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2560 mm |
