1955 Sunbeam Alpine vs. 2010 Audi A5
To start off, 2010 Audi A5 is newer by 55 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 3,197 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Audi A5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi A5 (261 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1955 Sunbeam Alpine. (80 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 1955 Sunbeam Alpine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi A5 weights approximately 460 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 2010 Audi A5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Sunbeam Alpine. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Audi A5 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Audi A5 (330 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Sunbeam Alpine. (163 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Sunbeam Alpine.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Sunbeam Alpine | 2010 Audi A5 | |
Make | Sunbeam | Audi |
Model | Alpine | A5 |
Year Released | 1955 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2267 cc | 3197 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 80 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 163 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4623 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1382 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2751 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 67 L |