1958 Armstrong Siddeley Star Sapphire vs. 2009 Lexus IS
To start off, 2009 Lexus IS is newer by 51 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, 2009 Lexus IS (204 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1958 Armstrong Siddeley Star Sapphire. (145 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lexus IS 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 128 kg more than 2009 Lexus IS.
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, 1958 Armstrong Siddeley Star Sapphire (312 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lexus IS. (251 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1958 Armstrong Siddeley Star Sapphire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lexus IS.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Armstrong Siddeley Star Sapphire | 2009 Lexus IS | |
Make | Armstrong Siddeley | Lexus |
Model | Star Sapphire | IS |
Year Released | 1958 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3990 cc | 2499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 145 HP | 204 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 10.8:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1778 kg | 1650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 65 L |