1957 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire vs. 2001 BMW Z22
To start off, 2001 BMW Z22 is newer by 44 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 3,169 cc, 2001 BMW Z22 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW Z22 (328 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 243 more horse power than 1957 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. (85 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW Z22 should accelerate faster than 1957 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW Z22 weights approximately 255 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, 2001 BMW Z22 (350 Nm) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. (161 Nm). This means 2001 BMW Z22 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 | 2001 BMW Z22 | |
| Make | Armstrong Siddeley | BMW |
| Model | Sapphire | Z22 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2309 cc | 3169 cc |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 328 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1615 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 63 L |
