1958 Armstrong Siddeley Star Sapphire vs. 1998 Ascari Ecosse
To start off, 1998 Ascari Ecosse is newer by 40 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 4,722 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Ascari Ecosse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ascari Ecosse (395 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 250 more horse power than 1958 Armstrong Siddeley Star Sapphire. (145 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ascari Ecosse should accelerate faster than 1958 Armstrong Siddeley Star Sapphire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Armstrong Siddeley Star Sapphire weights approximately 530 kg more than 1998 Ascari Ecosse.
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, 1998 Ascari Ecosse (678 Nm) has 366 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Armstrong Siddeley Star Sapphire. (312 Nm). This means 1998 Ascari Ecosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Armstrong Siddeley Star Sapphire. 1958 Armstrong Siddeley Star Sapphire has automatic transmission and 1998 Ascari Ecosse has manual transmission. 1998 Ascari Ecosse will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1958 Armstrong Siddeley Star Sapphire will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Armstrong Siddeley Star Sapphire | 1998 Ascari Ecosse | |
| Make | Armstrong Siddeley | Ascari |
| Model | Star Sapphire | Ecosse |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3990 cc | 4722 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 678 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 97.1 mm | 91.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 88.6 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1778 kg | 1248 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1130 mm |
