1991 Buick Roadmaster vs. 1969 Sunbeam Alpine
To start off, 1991 Buick Roadmaster is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Sunbeam Alpine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Sunbeam Alpine would be higher. At 5,731 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Buick Roadmaster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Buick Roadmaster (177 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1969 Sunbeam Alpine. (71 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Buick Roadmaster should accelerate faster than 1969 Sunbeam Alpine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Buick Roadmaster weights approximately 830 kg more than 1969 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, 1991 Buick Roadmaster (393 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Sunbeam Alpine. (123 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1991 Buick Roadmaster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Sunbeam Alpine.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Buick Roadmaster | 1969 Sunbeam Alpine | |
| Make | Buick | Sunbeam |
| Model | Roadmaster | Alpine |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5731 cc | 1724 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 27 L |
