1958 Armstrong Siddeley Star Sapphire vs. 1980 Bentley Mulsanne
To start off, 1980 Bentley Mulsanne is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Armstrong Siddeley Star Sapphire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Armstrong Siddeley Star Sapphire would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Bentley Mulsanne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Bentley Mulsanne (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1958 Armstrong Siddeley Star Sapphire. (145 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Bentley Mulsanne should accelerate faster than 1958 Armstrong Siddeley Star Sapphire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Bentley Mulsanne weights approximately 472 kg more than 1958 Armstrong Siddeley Star 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Armstrong Siddeley Star Sapphire | 1980 Bentley Mulsanne | |
| Make | Armstrong Siddeley | Bentley |
| Model | Star Sapphire | Mulsanne |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3990 cc | 6750 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97.1 mm | 104.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 99.1 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1778 kg | 2250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 5320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 3070 mm |
