1958 Armstrong Siddeley Star Sapphire vs. 2008 BMW Z4
To start off, 2008 BMW Z4 is newer by 50 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, 2008 BMW Z4 (328 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1958 Armstrong Siddeley Star Sapphire. (145 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW Z4 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 468 kg more than 2008 BMW Z4.
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, 2008 BMW Z4 (315 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Armstrong Siddeley Star Sapphire. (312 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW Z4 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 | 2008 BMW Z4 | |
Make | Armstrong Siddeley | BMW |
Model | Star Sapphire | Z4 |
Year Released | 1958 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3990 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 145 HP | 328 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 7900 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 315 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1778 kg | 1310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 55 L |