1960 Sunbeam Alpine vs. 2010 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2010 Dodge Ram is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Sunbeam Alpine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Sunbeam Alpine would be higher. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dodge Ram (390 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 311 more horse power than 1960 Sunbeam Alpine. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1960 Sunbeam Alpine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Dodge Ram weights approximately 696 kg more than 1960 Sunbeam Alpine. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Sunbeam Alpine. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Ram 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 Dodge Ram (552 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 425 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Sunbeam Alpine. (127 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2010 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Sunbeam Alpine.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Sunbeam Alpine | 2010 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Sunbeam | Dodge |
| Model | Alpine | Ram |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1591 cc | 5654 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 390 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 552 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 1691 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 5790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 3560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 98 L |
