1958 Armstrong Siddeley Star Sapphire vs. 2002 Audi TT
To start off, 2002 Audi TT is newer by 44 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, 2002 Audi TT (148 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1958 Armstrong Siddeley Star Sapphire. (145 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Audi TT 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 498 kg more than 2002 Audi TT.
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, 2002 Audi TT, 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 @ 2000 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Audi TT. (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1958 Armstrong Siddeley Star Sapphire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Audi TT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Armstrong Siddeley Star Sapphire | 2002 Audi TT | |
| Make | Armstrong Siddeley | Audi |
| Model | Star Sapphire | TT |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3990 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1778 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2430 mm |
