1957 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire vs. 1958 BMW Isetta
To start off, 1958 BMW Isetta is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire would be higher. At 2,309 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire (85 HP) has 72 more horse power than 1958 BMW Isetta. (13 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire should accelerate faster than 1958 BMW Isetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire weights approximately 1000 kg more than 1958 BMW Isetta. 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.
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1957 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire | 1958 BMW Isetta | |
Make | Armstrong Siddeley | BMW |
Model | Sapphire | Isetta |
Year Released | 1957 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2309 cc | 247 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 1 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | single |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 13 HP |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 1 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 2300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1390 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 1510 mm |