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Armstrong Siddeley Star Sapphire

General information

ModelArmstrong Siddeley Star Sapphire
Year1958
CategoryLarge/luxury cars
Rating78 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size3990 ccm (243.47 cubic inches)
Seats5
DriveRear wheels
TransmissionAutomatic, 3-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, longitudinal
Displacement3990 ccm (243.47 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 6 cylinder
Max power147.00 PS (108 kW or 145 HP) at 4250 Rev. per min.
Max torque312.00 Nm (31.8 kgf-m or 230.1 ft.lbs) at 2000 Rev. per min.
Compression7.5:1
Bore x stroke97.1 x 90.0 mm (3.8 x 3.5 inches)
Fuel systemCarburetor
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxAutomatic, 3-speed

Speed and acceleration

0-50 miles11.3 seconds
Power/weight ratio0.0827 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeSedan/saloon
Max no. of doors4
Passenger space5290 litres (1,398 gallons)

Steering, brakes and tires

Turn circle12 m (456.7 inches)
Front brakesDisks
Rear brakesDisks

Dimensions and weight

Weight1778 kg (3,919.8 pounds)
Overall length4940 mm (194.5 inches)
Overall width1890 mm (74.4 inches)
Overall height1580 mm (62.2 inches)
Ground clearance220 mm (8.7 inches)
Wheelbase2900 mm (114.2 inches)
Fuel capacity72.0 litres (19.02 gallons)

Other specifications

Country of originUK
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