1955 Ferrari 410 Superamerica vs. 1955 Sunbeam Alpine
To start off, both 1955 Ferrari 410 Superamerica and 1955 Sunbeam Alpine were released in the same year (1955). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,963 cc (12 cylinders), 1955 Ferrari 410 Superamerica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Ferrari 410 Superamerica (340 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 260 more horse power than 1955 Sunbeam Alpine. (80 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Ferrari 410 Superamerica should accelerate faster than 1955 Sunbeam Alpine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Sunbeam Alpine weights approximately 200 kg more than 1955 Ferrari 410 Superamerica.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Ferrari 410 Superamerica | 1955 Sunbeam Alpine | |
| Make | Ferrari | Sunbeam |
| Model | 410 Superamerica | Alpine |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4963 cc | 2267 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 80 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 7.4:1 |
| Top Speed | 244 km/hour | 148 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1300 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2480 mm |
