1957 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire vs. 1997 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 1997 Porsche Boxster is newer by 40 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 2,480 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Porsche Boxster (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1957 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. (85 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Porsche Boxster 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 110 kg more than 1997 Porsche Boxster.
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, 1997 Porsche Boxster (245 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. (161 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1997 Porsche Boxster 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 | 1997 Porsche Boxster | |
Make | Armstrong Siddeley | Porsche |
Model | Sapphire | Boxster |
Year Released | 1957 | 1997 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2309 cc | 2480 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 161 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 85.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 72 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2360 mm |