1986 Pontiac Firebird vs. 1954 Sunbeam Alpine
To start off, 1986 Pontiac Firebird is newer by 32 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 2,827 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Pontiac Firebird (140 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1954 Sunbeam Alpine. (79 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1954 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, 1986 Pontiac Firebird (230 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Sunbeam Alpine. (163 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1986 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Sunbeam Alpine.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Pontiac Firebird | 1954 Sunbeam Alpine | |
| Make | Pontiac | Sunbeam |
| Model | Firebird | Alpine |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2827 cc | 2267 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.9 mm | 110 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 7.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 45 L |
