1972 Ford Gran Torino vs. 1960 Sunbeam Alpine
To start off, 1972 Ford Gran Torino is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Sunbeam Alpine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Sunbeam Alpine would be higher. At 6,553 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Ford Gran Torino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Ford Gran Torino (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1960 Sunbeam Alpine. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford Gran Torino should accelerate faster than 1960 Sunbeam Alpine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Gran Torino weights approximately 1019 kg more than 1960 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, 1972 Ford Gran Torino (403 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 276 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Sunbeam Alpine. (127 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Gran Torino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Sunbeam Alpine.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford Gran Torino | 1960 Sunbeam Alpine | |
| Make | Ford | Sunbeam |
| Model | Gran Torino | Alpine |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6553 cc | 1591 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 403 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101.6 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2014 kg | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2190 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 40 L |
