1958 Armstrong Siddeley Star Sapphire vs. 2005 Pagani Zonda
To start off, 2005 Pagani Zonda 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 7,300 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 Pagani Zonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Pagani Zonda (547 HP) has 402 more horse power than 1958 Armstrong Siddeley Star Sapphire. (145 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Pagani Zonda 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 528 kg more than 2005 Pagani Zonda.
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 Pagani Zonda (750 Nm) has 438 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Armstrong Siddeley Star Sapphire. (312 Nm). This means 2005 Pagani Zonda 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 Pagani Zonda has manual transmission. 2005 Pagani Zonda 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 Pagani Zonda | |
| Make | Armstrong Siddeley | Pagani |
| Model | Star Sapphire | Zonda |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3990 cc | 7300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 547 HP |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 750 Nm |
| 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 | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4395 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2055 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1151 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2730 mm |
