1953 Sunbeam Alpine vs. 2011 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 58 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Sunbeam Alpine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Sunbeam Alpine would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Silverado (360 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 281 more horse power than 1953 Sunbeam Alpine. (79 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1953 Sunbeam Alpine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 279 kg more than 1953 Sunbeam Alpine. 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, 2011 Chevrolet Silverado (515 Nm) has 352 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Sunbeam Alpine. (163 Nm). This means 2011 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Sunbeam Alpine. 2011 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 1953 Sunbeam Alpine has manual transmission. 1953 Sunbeam Alpine will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Sunbeam Alpine | 2011 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | Sunbeam | Chevrolet |
| Model | Alpine | Silverado |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2267 cc | 5999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 360 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1549 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 5860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 3650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 98 L |
