1958 Armstrong Siddeley Star Sapphire vs. 2012 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2012 Toyota RAV4 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 Toyota RAV4 (179 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1958 Armstrong Siddeley Star Sapphire. (145 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota RAV4 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 220 kg more than 2012 Toyota RAV4.
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, 2012 Toyota RAV4, 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, 1958 Armstrong Siddeley Star Sapphire (312 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota RAV4. (233 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1958 Armstrong Siddeley Star Sapphire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Armstrong Siddeley Star Sapphire | 2012 Toyota RAV4 | |
Make | Armstrong Siddeley | Toyota |
Model | Star Sapphire | RAV4 |
Year Released | 1958 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3990 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 145 HP | 179 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 233 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1778 kg | 1558 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1854 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1684 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2659 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 60 L |