1957 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire vs. 2007 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2007 Ford Ranger is newer by 50 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 4,016 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Ranger (206 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1957 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. (85 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 1957 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Ranger weights approximately 455 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.
Because 2007 Ford Ranger 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, 2007 Ford Ranger 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, 2007 Ford Ranger (323 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. (161 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Ranger 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 | 2007 Ford Ranger | |
| Make | Armstrong Siddeley | Ford |
| Model | Sapphire | Ranger |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2309 cc | 4016 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 206 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 323 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 100.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 84.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 84 L |
