1958 Armstrong Siddeley Star Sapphire vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML 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 3,990 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Armstrong Siddeley Star Sapphire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML (201 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1958 Armstrong Siddeley Star Sapphire. (145 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 1958 Armstrong Siddeley Star Sapphire.
Because 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML (500 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Armstrong Siddeley Star Sapphire. (312 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML 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 | 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML | |
| Make | Armstrong Siddeley | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Star Sapphire | ML |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3990 cc | 2987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4803 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2141 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1796 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2916 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 93 L |
