1955 Buick 40 vs. 1965 Sunbeam Alpine
To start off, 1965 Sunbeam Alpine is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Buick 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Buick 40 would be higher. At 5,277 cc (8 cylinders), 1955 Buick 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Buick 40 (234 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1965 Sunbeam Alpine. (91 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Buick 40 should accelerate faster than 1965 Sunbeam Alpine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Buick 40 weights approximately 725 kg more than 1965 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, 1955 Buick 40 (447 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 308 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Sunbeam Alpine. (139 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1955 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Sunbeam Alpine.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Buick 40 | 1965 Sunbeam Alpine | |
| Make | Buick | Sunbeam |
| Model | 40 | Alpine |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5277 cc | 1723 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 234 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1000 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2190 mm |
