1958 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire vs. 2010 Land Rover Defender
To start off, 2010 Land Rover Defender is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire would be higher. At 2,402 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Land Rover Defender is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 1058 kg more than 1958 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire.
Because 2010 Land Rover Defender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Land Rover Defender 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire | 2010 Land Rover Defender | |
| Make | Armstrong Siddeley | Land Rover |
| Model | Sapphire | Defender |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2290 cc | 2402 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 120 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 2708 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 2030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 75 L |
