1958 Armstrong Siddeley Star Sapphire vs. 2006 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2006 Dodge Ram 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 8,276 cc (10 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Ram (500 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 355 more horse power than 1958 Armstrong Siddeley Star Sapphire. (145 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1958 Armstrong Siddeley Star Sapphire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Ram weights approximately 694 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, 2006 Dodge Ram (712 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 400 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Armstrong Siddeley Star Sapphire. (312 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Ram 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 | 2006 Dodge Ram | |
Make | Armstrong Siddeley | Dodge |
Model | Star Sapphire | Ram |
Year Released | 1958 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3990 cc | 8276 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 145 HP | 500 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 712 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 97.1 mm | 102 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 101 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 9.6:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1778 kg | 2472 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 5790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1900 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 3580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 129 L |