1957 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire vs. 1947 Bristol 450
To start off, 1957 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1947 Bristol 450. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1947 Bristol 450 would be higher. At 2,309 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1947 Bristol 450 (153 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1957 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. (85 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1947 Bristol 450 should accelerate faster than 1957 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire weights approximately 630 kg more than 1947 Bristol 450.
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 | 1947 Bristol 450 | |
| Make | Armstrong Siddeley | Bristol |
| Model | Sapphire | 450 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1947 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2309 cc | 1971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 54 L |
