1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa vs. 1953 Sunbeam Alpine
To start off, 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Sunbeam Alpine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Sunbeam Alpine would be higher. At 2,267 cc (4 cylinders), 1953 Sunbeam Alpine is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1953 Sunbeam Alpine. (79 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1953 Sunbeam Alpine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Sunbeam Alpine weights approximately 590 kg more than 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa.
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, 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa (205 Nm) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Sunbeam Alpine. (163 Nm). This means 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Sunbeam Alpine.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa | 1953 Sunbeam Alpine | |
| Make | Ferrari | Sunbeam |
| Model | 500 Testarossa | Alpine |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 2267 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 45 L |
