1975 Pontiac Trans Am vs. 1976 Sunbeam Alpine
To start off, 1976 Sunbeam Alpine is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Pontiac Trans Am. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Pontiac Trans Am would be higher. At 6,556 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Pontiac Trans Am is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Pontiac Trans Am (220 HP) has 149 more horse power than 1976 Sunbeam Alpine. (71 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Pontiac Trans Am should accelerate faster than 1976 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, 1975 Pontiac Trans Am (434 Nm) has 311 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Sunbeam Alpine. (123 Nm). This means 1975 Pontiac Trans Am will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Sunbeam Alpine.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Pontiac Trans Am | 1976 Sunbeam Alpine | |
| Make | Pontiac | Sunbeam |
| Model | Trans Am | Alpine |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1976 |
| Engine Size | 6556 cc | 1725 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 71 HP |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2510 mm |
