1958 Armstrong Siddeley Star Sapphire vs. 2005 Ferrari 612
To start off, 2005 Ferrari 612 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 5,748 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 Ferrari 612 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ferrari 612 (541 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 396 more horse power than 1958 Armstrong Siddeley Star Sapphire. (145 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ferrari 612 should accelerate faster than 1958 Armstrong Siddeley Star Sapphire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ferrari 612 weights approximately 62 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, 2005 Ferrari 612 (589 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 277 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Armstrong Siddeley Star Sapphire. (312 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Ferrari 612 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Armstrong Siddeley Star Sapphire. 1958 Armstrong Siddeley Star Sapphire has automatic transmission and 2005 Ferrari 612 has manual transmission. 2005 Ferrari 612 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 | 2005 Ferrari 612 | |
| Make | Armstrong Siddeley | Ferrari |
| Model | Star Sapphire | 612 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3990 cc | 5748 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 541 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 7250 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 589 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97.1 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1778 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 108 L |
