1988 Buick LeSabre vs. 1975 Sunbeam Alpine
To start off, 1988 Buick LeSabre is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Sunbeam Alpine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Sunbeam Alpine would be higher. At 3,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Buick LeSabre (148 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1975 Sunbeam Alpine. (71 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1975 Sunbeam Alpine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 490 kg more than 1975 Sunbeam Alpine. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 Sunbeam Alpine is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1975 Sunbeam Alpine. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Buick LeSabre, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1988 Buick LeSabre (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Sunbeam Alpine. (123 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Sunbeam Alpine.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Buick LeSabre | 1975 Sunbeam Alpine | |
| Make | Buick | Sunbeam |
| Model | LeSabre | Alpine |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1975 |
| Engine Size | 3790 cc | 1725 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2510 mm |
