1955 Jaguar MK VII vs. 1964 Sunbeam Alpine
To start off, 1964 Sunbeam Alpine is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Jaguar MK VII. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Jaguar MK VII would be higher. At 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1955 Jaguar MK VII is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Jaguar MK VII (190 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1964 Sunbeam Alpine. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Jaguar MK VII should accelerate faster than 1964 Sunbeam Alpine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Jaguar MK VII weights approximately 769 kg more than 1964 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 Jaguar MK VII (275 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Sunbeam Alpine. (128 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1955 Jaguar MK VII will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Sunbeam Alpine.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Jaguar MK VII | 1964 Sunbeam Alpine | |
| Make | Jaguar | Sunbeam |
| Model | MK VII | Alpine |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3442 cc | 1592 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 275 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1769 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2190 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 40 L |
