1958 Armstrong Siddeley Star Sapphire vs. 1987 GMC Suburban
To start off, 1987 GMC Suburban is newer by 29 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 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 GMC Suburban (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1958 Armstrong Siddeley Star Sapphire. (145 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 GMC Suburban should accelerate faster than 1958 Armstrong Siddeley Star Sapphire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 GMC Suburban weights approximately 462 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.
Because 1987 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Armstrong Siddeley Star Sapphire. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 GMC Suburban 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, both vehicles can yield 312 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
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1958 Armstrong Siddeley Star Sapphire | 1987 GMC Suburban | |
Make | Armstrong Siddeley | GMC |
Model | Star Sapphire | Suburban |
Year Released | 1958 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3990 cc | 4300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 145 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 312 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1778 kg | 2240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 5480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 3300 mm |