2002 Acura NSX vs. 1958 Armstrong Siddeley Star Sapphire
To start off, 2002 Acura NSX is newer by 44 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, 2002 Acura NSX (286 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1958 Armstrong Siddeley Star Sapphire. (145 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Acura NSX 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 326 kg more than 2002 Acura NSX.
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, 1958 Armstrong Siddeley Star Sapphire (312 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Acura NSX. (304 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1958 Armstrong Siddeley Star Sapphire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Acura NSX. 1958 Armstrong Siddeley Star Sapphire has automatic transmission and 2002 Acura NSX has manual transmission. 2002 Acura NSX 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:
| 2002 Acura NSX | 1958 Armstrong Siddeley Star Sapphire | |
| Make | Acura | Armstrong Siddeley |
| Model | NSX | Star Sapphire |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 3990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 286 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7100 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1778 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 72 L |
