1955 Daimler One-O-Four vs. 1953 Sunbeam Alpine
To start off, 1955 Daimler One-O-Four is newer by 2 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 3,468 cc (6 cylinders), 1955 Daimler One-O-Four is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Daimler One-O-Four (138 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1953 Sunbeam Alpine. (79 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Daimler One-O-Four should accelerate faster than 1953 Sunbeam Alpine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Daimler One-O-Four weights approximately 610 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, 1955 Daimler One-O-Four (259 Nm) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Sunbeam Alpine. (163 Nm). This means 1955 Daimler One-O-Four will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Sunbeam Alpine.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Daimler One-O-Four | 1953 Sunbeam Alpine | |
| Make | Daimler | Sunbeam |
| Model | One-O-Four | Alpine |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3468 cc | 2267 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 259 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 108 mm | 110 mm |
| Top Speed | 161 km/hour | 153 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2490 mm |
