1958 Armstrong Siddeley Star Sapphire vs. 2000 Ferrari Maranello
To start off, 2000 Ferrari Maranello is newer by 42 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 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 2000 Ferrari Maranello is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ferrari Maranello (485 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 340 more horse power than 1958 Armstrong Siddeley Star Sapphire. (145 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ferrari Maranello 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 128 kg more than 2000 Ferrari Maranello.
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, 2000 Ferrari Maranello (568 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Armstrong Siddeley Star Sapphire. (312 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2000 Ferrari Maranello 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 2000 Ferrari Maranello has manual transmission. 2000 Ferrari Maranello 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 | 2000 Ferrari Maranello | |
| Make | Armstrong Siddeley | Ferrari |
| Model | Star Sapphire | Maranello |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3990 cc | 5474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 485 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 568 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97.1 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 10.8:1 |
| 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 | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 114 L |
