1958 Armstrong Siddeley Star Sapphire vs. 2006 BMW M3
To start off, 2006 BMW M3 is newer by 48 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, 2006 BMW M3 (338 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 1958 Armstrong Siddeley Star Sapphire. (145 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW M3 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 229 kg more than 2006 BMW M3.
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, 2006 BMW M3 (365 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Armstrong Siddeley Star Sapphire. (312 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 BMW M3 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 2006 BMW M3 has manual transmission. 2006 BMW M3 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 | 2006 BMW M3 | |
| Make | Armstrong Siddeley | BMW |
| Model | Star Sapphire | M3 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3990 cc | 3246 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 338 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 365 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97.1 mm | 87.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1778 kg | 1549 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 63 L |
