1959 Jaguar MK II vs. 1969 Sunbeam Alpine
To start off, 1969 Sunbeam Alpine is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Jaguar MK II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Jaguar MK II would be higher. At 3,781 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Jaguar MK II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Jaguar MK II (189 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1969 Sunbeam Alpine. (71 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Jaguar MK II should accelerate faster than 1969 Sunbeam Alpine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Jaguar MK II weights approximately 515 kg more than 1969 Sunbeam Alpine. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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. Let's talk about torque, 1959 Jaguar MK II (334 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Sunbeam Alpine. (123 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1959 Jaguar MK II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Sunbeam Alpine.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Jaguar MK II | 1969 Sunbeam Alpine | |
Make | Jaguar | Sunbeam |
Model | MK II | Alpine |
Year Released | 1959 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3781 cc | 1724 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 189 HP | 71 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 334 Nm | 123 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2510 mm |