1971 Sunbeam Alpine vs. 2011 Infiniti M
To start off, 2011 Infiniti M is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Sunbeam Alpine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Sunbeam Alpine would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Infiniti M (235 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1971 Sunbeam Alpine. (71 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 1971 Sunbeam Alpine.
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 Infiniti M (550 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 427 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Sunbeam Alpine. (123 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Sunbeam Alpine. 2011 Infiniti M has automatic transmission and 1971 Sunbeam Alpine has manual transmission. 1971 Sunbeam Alpine will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Infiniti M will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Sunbeam Alpine | 2011 Infiniti M | |
| Make | Sunbeam | Infiniti |
| Model | Alpine | M |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2011 |
| Engine Size | 1725 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4945 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1844 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1501 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2901 mm |
