1963 Sunbeam Alpine vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz B
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz B 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 1,699 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz B is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz B (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1963 Sunbeam Alpine. (81 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz B should accelerate faster than 1963 Sunbeam Alpine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz B weights approximately 280 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 Mercedes-Benz B (155 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Sunbeam Alpine. (126 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz B will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Sunbeam Alpine.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Sunbeam Alpine | 2010 Mercedes-Benz B | |
| Make | Sunbeam | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Alpine | B |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1592 cc | 1699 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 78.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 54 L |
