1986 Buick Regal vs. 1971 Sunbeam Alpine
To start off, 1986 Buick Regal is newer by 15 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Buick Regal (235 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1971 Sunbeam Alpine. (71 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 1971 Sunbeam Alpine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Buick Regal weights approximately 480 kg more than 1971 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, 1986 Buick Regal (448 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 325 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Sunbeam Alpine. (123 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Sunbeam Alpine.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Buick Regal | 1971 Sunbeam Alpine | |
Make | Buick | Sunbeam |
Model | Regal | Alpine |
Year Released | 1986 | 1971 |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1725 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 235 HP | 71 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 448 Nm | 123 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2510 mm |