1957 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire vs. 1966 Chrysler New Yorker
To start off, 1966 Chrysler New Yorker is newer by 9 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 7,206 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 Chrysler New Yorker is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Chrysler New Yorker (185 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1957 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. (85 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Chrysler New Yorker should accelerate faster than 1957 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Chrysler New Yorker weights approximately 803 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. Let's talk about torque, 1966 Chrysler New Yorker (420 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. (161 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1966 Chrysler New Yorker will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire | 1966 Chrysler New Yorker | |
Make | Armstrong Siddeley | Chrysler |
Model | Sapphire | New Yorker |
Year Released | 1957 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2309 cc | 7206 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 161 Nm | 420 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 109.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 95.3 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 2163 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 3160 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 100 L |