1958 Armstrong Siddeley Star Sapphire vs. 2006 Dodge Viper
To start off, 2006 Dodge Viper 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 8,274 cc (10 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Viper (510 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 365 more horse power than 1958 Armstrong Siddeley Star Sapphire. (145 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Viper 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 255 kg more than 2006 Dodge Viper.
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 Viper (725 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 413 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Armstrong Siddeley Star Sapphire. (312 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Viper 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 Dodge Viper has manual transmission. 2006 Dodge Viper 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 Dodge Viper | |
| Make | Armstrong Siddeley | Dodge |
| Model | Star Sapphire | Viper |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3990 cc | 8274 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 510 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 725 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 |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1778 kg | 1523 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 70 L |
