1958 Armstrong Siddeley Star Sapphire vs. 2008 Toyota Venza
To start off, 2008 Toyota Venza 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 Toyota Venza (269 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1958 Armstrong Siddeley Star Sapphire. (145 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Venza should accelerate faster than 1958 Armstrong Siddeley Star Sapphire.
Because 1958 Armstrong Siddeley Star Sapphire is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1958 Armstrong Siddeley Star Sapphire. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Venza, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Toyota Venza (334 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Armstrong Siddeley Star Sapphire. (312 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Venza 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 Toyota Venza | |
Make | Armstrong Siddeley | Toyota |
Model | Star Sapphire | Venza |
Year Released | 1958 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3990 cc | 3456 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 145 HP | 269 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 334 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2780 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 67 L |