1958 Armstrong Siddeley Star Sapphire vs. 2011 Subaru Tribeca
To start off, 2011 Subaru Tribeca 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 Subaru Tribeca (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1958 Armstrong Siddeley Star Sapphire. (145 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Tribeca should accelerate faster than 1958 Armstrong Siddeley Star Sapphire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Subaru Tribeca weights approximately 152 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.
Because 2011 Subaru Tribeca is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Armstrong Siddeley Star Sapphire. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Tribeca will offer significantly more control. 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 Subaru Tribeca (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Armstrong Siddeley Star Sapphire. (312 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Subaru Tribeca 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 Subaru Tribeca | |
| Make | Armstrong Siddeley | Subaru |
| Model | Star Sapphire | Tribeca |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3990 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1778 kg | 1930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4864 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1877 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2748 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 64 L |
