1963 Sunbeam Alpine vs. 2010 Cadillac BLS
To start off, 2010 Cadillac BLS is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Sunbeam Alpine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Sunbeam Alpine would be higher. At 2,792 cc, 2010 Cadillac BLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Cadillac BLS (247 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1963 Sunbeam Alpine. (81 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Cadillac BLS should accelerate faster than 1963 Sunbeam Alpine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Cadillac BLS weights approximately 530 kg more than 1963 Sunbeam Alpine. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 Cadillac BLS (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Sunbeam Alpine. (126 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Cadillac BLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Sunbeam Alpine.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Sunbeam Alpine | 2010 Cadillac BLS | |
| Make | Sunbeam | Cadillac |
| Model | Alpine | BLS |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1592 cc | 2792 cc |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 58 L |
