1957 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire vs. 2008 Peugeot 307
To start off, 2008 Peugeot 307 is newer by 51 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 2,309 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire weights approximately 100 kg more than 2008 Peugeot 307.
Because 1957 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1957 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Peugeot 307, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2008 Peugeot 307 (205 Nm @ 1705 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. (161 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2008 Peugeot 307 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 | 2008 Peugeot 307 | |
| Make | Armstrong Siddeley | Peugeot |
| Model | Sapphire | 307 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2309 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1705 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 60 L |
