1970 Sunbeam Rapier vs. 2011 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2011 Ford Expedition is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Sunbeam Rapier. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Sunbeam Rapier would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Expedition (310 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 231 more horse power than 1970 Sunbeam Rapier. (79 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1970 Sunbeam Rapier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Expedition weights approximately 1472 kg more than 1970 Sunbeam Rapier. 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, 2011 Ford Expedition (494 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 368 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Sunbeam Rapier. (126 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Sunbeam Rapier.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Sunbeam Rapier | 2011 Ford Expedition | |
Make | Sunbeam | Ford |
Model | Rapier | Expedition |
Year Released | 1970 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1725 cc | 5400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 126 Nm | 494 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 2502 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5245 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 2002 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1961 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3023 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 106 L |