1958 Armstrong Siddeley Star Sapphire vs. 1999 Ford F-150
To start off, 1999 Ford F-150 is newer by 41 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 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Armstrong Siddeley Star Sapphire (145 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1999 Ford F-150. (128 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Armstrong Siddeley Star Sapphire should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford F-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Armstrong Siddeley Star Sapphire weights approximately 480 kg more than 1999 Ford F-150. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1999 Ford F-150 (393 Nm) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Armstrong Siddeley Star Sapphire. (312 Nm). This means 1999 Ford F-150 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 1999 Ford F-150 has manual transmission. 1999 Ford F-150 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 | 1999 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Armstrong Siddeley | Ford |
| Model | Star Sapphire | F-150 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3990 cc | 4604 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1778 kg | 1298 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 5740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 3520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 55 L |
