1958 Armstrong Siddeley Star Sapphire vs. 2004 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 46 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 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1958 Armstrong Siddeley Star Sapphire. (145 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1958 Armstrong Siddeley Star Sapphire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 517 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.
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, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado (488 Nm) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Armstrong Siddeley Star Sapphire. (312 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Silverado 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 | 2004 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | Armstrong Siddeley | Chevrolet |
| Model | Star Sapphire | Silverado |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3990 cc | 5965 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 488 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1778 kg | 2295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 5650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 3440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 129 L |
