1958 Armstrong Siddeley Star Sapphire vs. 1996 Tatra T700
To start off, 1996 Tatra T700 is newer by 38 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 3,990 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Armstrong Siddeley Star Sapphire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Tatra T700 (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1958 Armstrong Siddeley Star Sapphire. (145 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Tatra T700 should accelerate faster than 1958 Armstrong Siddeley Star Sapphire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Tatra T700 weights approximately 62 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1958 Armstrong Siddeley Star Sapphire (312 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Tatra T700. (300 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1958 Armstrong Siddeley Star Sapphire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Tatra T700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Armstrong Siddeley Star Sapphire | 1996 Tatra T700 | |
| Make | Armstrong Siddeley | Tatra |
| Model | Star Sapphire | T700 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1996 |
| Engine Size | 3990 cc | 3495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1778 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 3140 mm |
