1968 Mercedes-Benz SL vs. 1953 Sunbeam Alpine
To start off, 1968 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 15 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 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Mercedes-Benz SL (150 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1953 Sunbeam Alpine. (79 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1953 Sunbeam Alpine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 90 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, 1968 Mercedes-Benz SL (216 Nm) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Sunbeam Alpine. (163 Nm). This means 1968 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Sunbeam Alpine.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Mercedes-Benz SL | 1953 Sunbeam Alpine | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Sunbeam |
Model | SL | Alpine |
Year Released | 1968 | 1953 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2495 cc | 2267 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 216 Nm | 163 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 110 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1270 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 45 L |