1957 Lotus XI Le Mans vs. 1954 Sunbeam Alpine
To start off, 1957 Lotus XI Le Mans is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Sunbeam Alpine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Sunbeam Alpine would be higher. At 2,267 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Sunbeam Alpine is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Lotus XI Le Mans (84 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1954 Sunbeam Alpine. (79 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Lotus XI Le Mans should accelerate faster than 1954 Sunbeam Alpine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Sunbeam Alpine weights approximately 890 kg more than 1957 Lotus XI Le Mans.
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:
| 1957 Lotus XI Le Mans | 1954 Sunbeam Alpine | |
| Make | Lotus | Sunbeam |
| Model | XI Le Mans | Alpine |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1096 cc | 2267 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 84 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72.4 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66.7 mm | 110 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 7.4:1 |
| Top Speed | 204 km/hour | 153 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 410 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 820 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2490 mm |
