1958 Armstrong Siddeley Star Sapphire vs. 2005 Audi TT
To start off, 2005 Audi TT is newer by 47 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, 2005 Audi TT (225 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1958 Armstrong Siddeley Star Sapphire. (145 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 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 313 kg more than 2005 Audi TT.
Because 2005 Audi TT 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, 2005 Audi TT 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, 1958 Armstrong Siddeley Star Sapphire (312 Nm) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi TT. (281 Nm). This means 1958 Armstrong Siddeley Star Sapphire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi TT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Armstrong Siddeley Star Sapphire | 2005 Audi TT | |
| Make | Armstrong Siddeley | Audi |
| Model | Star Sapphire | TT |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3990 cc | 1786 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1778 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 62 L |
