1958 Armstrong Siddeley Star Sapphire vs. 2001 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2001 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 43 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, 2001 Land Rover Discovery (181 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1958 Armstrong Siddeley Star Sapphire. (145 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1958 Armstrong Siddeley Star Sapphire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 242 kg more than 1958 Armstrong Siddeley Star Sapphire. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Armstrong Siddeley Star Sapphire. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Land Rover Discovery will offer significantly more control. 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, 2001 Land Rover Discovery (341 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Armstrong Siddeley Star Sapphire. (312 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2001 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Armstrong Siddeley Star Sapphire.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Armstrong Siddeley Star Sapphire | 2001 Land Rover Discovery | |
Make | Armstrong Siddeley | Land Rover |
Model | Star Sapphire | Discovery |
Year Released | 1958 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3990 cc | 3950 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 145 HP | 181 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 341 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1778 kg | 2020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2550 mm |