1972 Ford Mustang vs. 1953 Sunbeam Alpine
To start off, 1972 Ford Mustang is newer by 19 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 5,753 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Ford Mustang (267 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 1953 Sunbeam Alpine. (79 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1953 Sunbeam Alpine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Mustang weights approximately 384 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, 1972 Ford Mustang (417 Nm) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Sunbeam Alpine. (163 Nm). This means 1972 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Sunbeam Alpine.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford Mustang | 1953 Sunbeam Alpine | |
| Make | Ford | Sunbeam |
| Model | Mustang | Alpine |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5753 cc | 2267 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 267 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 417 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.8 mm | 110 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 198 km/hour | 153 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1654 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 45 L |
