1958 Armstrong Siddeley Star Sapphire vs. 2001 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2001 Porsche Boxster 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 Porsche Boxster (254 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1958 Armstrong Siddeley Star Sapphire. (145 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Porsche Boxster 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 458 kg more than 2001 Porsche Boxster.
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 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Porsche Boxster. (310 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1958 Armstrong Siddeley Star Sapphire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Porsche Boxster. 1958 Armstrong Siddeley Star Sapphire has automatic transmission and 2001 Porsche Boxster has manual transmission. 2001 Porsche Boxster 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 | 2001 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Armstrong Siddeley | Porsche |
| Model | Star Sapphire | Boxster |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3990 cc | 3200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 254 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| 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 | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 64 L |
