1957 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire vs. 1985 Buick Wildcat
To start off, 1985 Buick Wildcat is newer by 28 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 3,785 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Buick Wildcat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Buick Wildcat (355 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 270 more horse power than 1957 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. (85 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Buick Wildcat 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 40 kg more than 1985 Buick Wildcat.
Because 1985 Buick Wildcat is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Buick Wildcat will offer significantly more control. 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, 1985 Buick Wildcat (551 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 390 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. (161 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1985 Buick Wildcat 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 | 1985 Buick Wildcat | |
Make | Armstrong Siddeley | Buick |
Model | Sapphire | Wildcat |
Year Released | 1957 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2309 cc | 3785 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 355 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 161 Nm | 551 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2600 mm |