1964 Jaguar MK X vs. 1953 Sunbeam Alpine
To start off, 1964 Jaguar MK X is newer by 11 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 3,781 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Jaguar MK X is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Jaguar MK X (252 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1953 Sunbeam Alpine. (79 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Jaguar MK X should accelerate faster than 1953 Sunbeam Alpine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Jaguar MK X weights approximately 620 kg more than 1953 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, 1964 Jaguar MK X (361 Nm) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Sunbeam Alpine. (163 Nm). This means 1964 Jaguar MK X will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Sunbeam Alpine.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Jaguar MK X | 1953 Sunbeam Alpine | |
| Make | Jaguar | Sunbeam |
| Model | MK X | Alpine |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3781 cc | 2267 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 361 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 110 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 45 L |
