1958 Armstrong Siddeley Star Sapphire vs. 2012 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2012 Ford Mustang is newer by 54 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Mustang (412 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 267 more horse power than 1958 Armstrong Siddeley Star Sapphire. (145 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Mustang 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 91 kg more than 2012 Ford Mustang.
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, 2012 Ford Mustang (528 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Armstrong Siddeley Star Sapphire. (312 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Mustang 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 2012 Ford Mustang has manual transmission. 2012 Ford Mustang 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 | 2012 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Armstrong Siddeley | Ford |
| Model | Star Sapphire | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3990 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 412 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 528 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1778 kg | 1687 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4778 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1877 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 61 L |
