1957 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire vs. 1955 Ferrari D 50
To start off, 1957 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Ferrari D 50. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Ferrari D 50 would be higher. At 2,486 cc (8 cylinders), 1955 Ferrari D 50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Ferrari D 50 (262 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1957 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. (85 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1955 Ferrari D 50 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 720 kg more than 1955 Ferrari D 50.
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 | 1955 Ferrari D 50 | |
| Make | Armstrong Siddeley | Ferrari |
| Model | Sapphire | D 50 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1955 |
| Engine Size | 2309 cc | 2486 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 262 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 970 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2290 mm |
