1975 Lamborghini Urraco vs. 1954 Sunbeam Alpine
To start off, 1975 Lamborghini Urraco is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Sunbeam Alpine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Sunbeam Alpine would be higher. At 2,462 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Lamborghini Urraco is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Lamborghini Urraco (217 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1954 Sunbeam Alpine. (79 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Lamborghini Urraco should accelerate faster than 1954 Sunbeam Alpine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Lamborghini Urraco weights approximately 70 kg more than 1954 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, 1975 Lamborghini Urraco (210 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Sunbeam Alpine. (163 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1975 Lamborghini Urraco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Sunbeam Alpine.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Lamborghini Urraco | 1954 Sunbeam Alpine | |
Make | Lamborghini | Sunbeam |
Model | Urraco | Alpine |
Year Released | 1975 | 1954 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2462 cc | 2267 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 163 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2490 mm |