1957 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire vs. 1944 Oldsmobile 66
To start off, 1957 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1944 Oldsmobile 66. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1944 Oldsmobile 66 would be higher. At 3,901 cc (6 cylinders), 1944 Oldsmobile 66 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1944 Oldsmobile 66 (100 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1957 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. (85 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1944 Oldsmobile 66 should accelerate faster than 1957 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1944 Oldsmobile 66 weights approximately 410 kg more than 1957 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire | 1944 Oldsmobile 66 | |
| Make | Armstrong Siddeley | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Sapphire | 66 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1944 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2309 cc | 3901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 104.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 3030 mm |
