1958 Armstrong Siddeley Star Sapphire vs. 2011 BMW 730
To start off, 2011 BMW 730 is newer by 53 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, 2011 BMW 730 (244 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1958 Armstrong Siddeley Star Sapphire. (145 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 1958 Armstrong Siddeley Star Sapphire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 730 weights approximately 162 kg more than 1958 Armstrong Siddeley Star Sapphire. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2011 BMW 730 (540 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Armstrong Siddeley Star Sapphire. (312 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 730 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 | 2011 BMW 730 | |
Make | Armstrong Siddeley | BMW |
Model | Star Sapphire | 730 |
Year Released | 1958 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3990 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 145 HP | 244 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 540 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1778 kg | 1940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 5072 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1902 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1479 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 3070 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 82 L |