1957 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire vs. 1948 Studebaker Commander
To start off, 1957 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Studebaker Commander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Studebaker Commander would be higher. At 3,703 cc (6 cylinders), 1948 Studebaker Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1948 Studebaker Commander (94 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1957 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. (85 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1948 Studebaker Commander should accelerate faster than 1957 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Studebaker Commander weights approximately 98 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 | 1948 Studebaker Commander | |
| Make | Armstrong Siddeley | Studebaker |
| Model | Sapphire | Commander |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1948 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2309 cc | 3703 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 111.1 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1458 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 3030 mm |
