1958 Armstrong Siddeley Star Sapphire vs. 1999 Ginetta G34
To start off, 1999 Ginetta G34 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 3,990 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Armstrong Siddeley Star Sapphire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ginetta G34 (187 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1958 Armstrong Siddeley Star Sapphire. (145 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ginetta G34 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 968 kg more than 1999 Ginetta G34.
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 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ginetta G34. (280 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1958 Armstrong Siddeley Star Sapphire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ginetta G34. 1958 Armstrong Siddeley Star Sapphire has automatic transmission and 1999 Ginetta G34 has manual transmission. 1999 Ginetta G34 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 Ginetta G34 | |
| Make | Armstrong Siddeley | Ginetta |
| Model | Star Sapphire | G34 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1999 |
| Engine Size | 3990 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1778 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1050 mm |
