1950 Buick 40 vs. 1964 Sunbeam Alpine
To start off, 1964 Sunbeam Alpine is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Buick 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Buick 40 would be higher. At 4,065 cc (8 cylinders), 1950 Buick 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1950 Buick 40 (114 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1964 Sunbeam Alpine. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1950 Buick 40 should accelerate faster than 1964 Sunbeam Alpine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Buick 40 weights approximately 640 kg more than 1964 Sunbeam Alpine. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1950 Buick 40 (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Sunbeam Alpine. (128 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1950 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Sunbeam Alpine.
Compare all specifications:
1950 Buick 40 | 1964 Sunbeam Alpine | |
Make | Buick | Sunbeam |
Model | 40 | Alpine |
Year Released | 1950 | 1964 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4065 cc | 1592 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 128 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 81.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 104.8 mm | 76.2 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2190 mm |