1958 Armstrong Siddeley Star Sapphire vs. 2010 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 52 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Corvette (430 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 285 more horse power than 1958 Armstrong Siddeley Star Sapphire. (145 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Corvette 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 286 kg more than 2010 Chevrolet Corvette.
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, 2010 Chevrolet Corvette (574 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Armstrong Siddeley Star Sapphire. (312 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Corvette 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 2010 Chevrolet Corvette has manual transmission. 2010 Chevrolet Corvette 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 | 2010 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Armstrong Siddeley | Chevrolet |
| Model | Star Sapphire | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3990 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 430 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 574 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| 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 | 1492 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1928 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1237 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2685 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 68 L |
