1958 Armstrong Siddeley Star Sapphire vs. 2000 Pontiac Piranha
To start off, 2000 Pontiac Piranha 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 3,990 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Armstrong Siddeley Star Sapphire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Pontiac Piranha (212 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1958 Armstrong Siddeley Star Sapphire. (145 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Pontiac Piranha 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 238 kg more than 2000 Pontiac Piranha.
Because 1958 Armstrong Siddeley Star Sapphire is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1958 Armstrong Siddeley Star Sapphire. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Pontiac Piranha, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Pontiac Piranha. (203 Nm). This means 1958 Armstrong Siddeley Star Sapphire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Pontiac Piranha.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Armstrong Siddeley Star Sapphire | 2000 Pontiac Piranha | |
| Make | Armstrong Siddeley | Pontiac |
| Model | Star Sapphire | Piranha |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3990 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1778 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2670 mm |
