1958 Armstrong Siddeley Star Sapphire vs. 1998 Honda NSX
To start off, 1998 Honda NSX 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 3,990 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Armstrong Siddeley Star Sapphire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda NSX (276 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1958 Armstrong Siddeley Star Sapphire. (145 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda NSX 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 314 kg more than 1998 Honda NSX.
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, 1958 Armstrong Siddeley Star Sapphire (312 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda NSX. (304 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 1958 Armstrong Siddeley Star Sapphire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda NSX. 1958 Armstrong Siddeley Star Sapphire has automatic transmission and 1998 Honda NSX has manual transmission. 1998 Honda NSX 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 Honda NSX | |
| Make | Armstrong Siddeley | Honda |
| Model | Star Sapphire | NSX |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3990 cc | 3179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 7300 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97.1 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 10.2:1 |
| 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 | 1464 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 70 L |
