1958 Armstrong Siddeley Star Sapphire vs. 2010 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2010 Nissan Quest 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 3,990 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Armstrong Siddeley Star Sapphire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Quest (235 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1958 Armstrong Siddeley Star Sapphire. (145 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Quest 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 336 kg more than 2010 Nissan Quest.
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, 2010 Nissan Quest, 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, 2010 Nissan Quest (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Armstrong Siddeley Star Sapphire. (312 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Quest 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 | 2010 Nissan Quest | |
| Make | Armstrong Siddeley | Nissan |
| Model | Star Sapphire | Quest |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3990 cc | 3492 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1778 kg | 1442 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 3160 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 76 L |
