1955 Sunbeam Alpine vs. 2005 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2005 Toyota Camry is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Sunbeam Alpine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Sunbeam Alpine would be higher. At 3,310 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Camry (225 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1955 Sunbeam Alpine. (80 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1955 Sunbeam Alpine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Camry weights approximately 381 kg more than 1955 Sunbeam Alpine. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1955 Sunbeam Alpine is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1955 Sunbeam Alpine. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Camry, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2005 Toyota Camry (328 Nm) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Sunbeam Alpine. (163 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Sunbeam Alpine.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Sunbeam Alpine | 2005 Toyota Camry | |
Make | Sunbeam | Toyota |
Model | Alpine | Camry |
Year Released | 1955 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2267 cc | 3310 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 80 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 163 Nm | 328 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.4:1 | 10.8:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1681 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 70 L |