1957 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire vs. 2006 Cadillac STS
To start off, 2006 Cadillac STS is newer by 49 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 3,563 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Cadillac STS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Cadillac STS (253 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1957 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. (85 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac STS should accelerate faster than 1957 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac STS weights approximately 422 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, 2006 Cadillac STS (342 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. (161 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac STS 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 | 2006 Cadillac STS | |
| Make | Armstrong Siddeley | Cadillac |
| Model | Sapphire | STS |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2309 cc | 3563 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 253 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 342 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 85.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1782 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 66 L |
