1958 Armstrong Siddeley Star Sapphire vs. 2013 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2013 Chrysler 300 is newer by 55 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 6,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chrysler 300 (464 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 319 more horse power than 1958 Armstrong Siddeley Star Sapphire. (145 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1958 Armstrong Siddeley Star Sapphire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 202 kg more than 1958 Armstrong Siddeley Star Sapphire. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2013 Chrysler 300 (637 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 325 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Armstrong Siddeley Star Sapphire. (312 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Chrysler 300 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 | 2013 Chrysler 300 | |
| Make | Armstrong Siddeley | Chrysler |
| Model | Star Sapphire | 300 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3990 cc | 6400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 464 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 637 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97.1 mm | 103 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 94 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1778 kg | 1980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 5088 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1885 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 3052 mm |
