1953 Sunbeam Alpine vs. 2011 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2011 GMC Sierra 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 GMC Sierra (302 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 223 more horse power than 1953 Sunbeam Alpine. (79 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 1953 Sunbeam Alpine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 GMC Sierra weights approximately 1041 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 GMC Sierra (413 Nm) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Sunbeam Alpine. (163 Nm). This means 2011 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Sunbeam Alpine. 2011 GMC Sierra 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 GMC Sierra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Sunbeam Alpine | 2011 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Sunbeam | GMC |
| Model | Alpine | Sierra |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2267 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 413 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 2311 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 5847 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 2032 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1875 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 3645 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 98 L |
