1967 Bizzarrini A3C vs. 1955 Sunbeam Alpine
To start off, 1967 Bizzarrini A3C is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Sunbeam Alpine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Sunbeam Alpine would be higher. At 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Bizzarrini A3C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Bizzarrini A3C (361 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 281 more horse power than 1955 Sunbeam Alpine. (80 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Bizzarrini A3C should accelerate faster than 1955 Sunbeam Alpine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Sunbeam Alpine weights approximately 40 kg more than 1967 Bizzarrini A3C.
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, 1967 Bizzarrini A3C (510 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 347 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Sunbeam Alpine. (163 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1967 Bizzarrini A3C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Sunbeam Alpine.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Bizzarrini A3C | 1955 Sunbeam Alpine | |
| Make | Bizzarrini | Sunbeam |
| Model | A3C | Alpine |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1955 |
| Engine Size | 5354 cc | 2267 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 361 HP | 80 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2480 mm |
