1957 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire vs. 2009 Jeep Commander
To start off, 2009 Jeep Commander is newer by 52 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 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Jeep Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jeep Commander (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1957 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. (85 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Commander should accelerate faster than 1957 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Commander weights approximately 33 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, 2009 Jeep Commander (320 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. (161 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2009 Jeep Commander 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 | 2009 Jeep Commander | |
Make | Armstrong Siddeley | Jeep |
Model | Sapphire | Commander |
Year Released | 1957 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2309 cc | 3701 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 161 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1393 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 80 L |