1967 AC 428 vs. 1958 Armstrong Siddeley Star Sapphire
To start off, 1967 AC 428 is newer by 9 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 7,010 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 AC 428 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 AC 428 (345 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 1958 Armstrong Siddeley Star Sapphire. (145 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 AC 428 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 295 kg more than 1967 AC 428.
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, 1967 AC 428 (627 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 315 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Armstrong Siddeley Star Sapphire. (312 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1967 AC 428 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Armstrong Siddeley Star Sapphire.
Compare all specifications:
1967 AC 428 | 1958 Armstrong Siddeley Star Sapphire | |
Make | AC | Armstrong Siddeley |
Model | 428 | Star Sapphire |
Year Released | 1967 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7010 cc | 3990 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 345 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 627 Nm | 312 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 105 mm | 97.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 101.2 mm | 90 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1483 kg | 1778 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2900 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 72 L |