1992 Ferrari 348 vs. 1953 Sunbeam Alpine
To start off, 1992 Ferrari 348 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Sunbeam Alpine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Sunbeam Alpine would be higher. At 3,405 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Ferrari 348 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ferrari 348 (295 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 1953 Sunbeam Alpine. (79 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ferrari 348 should accelerate faster than 1953 Sunbeam Alpine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Ferrari 348 weights approximately 195 kg more than 1953 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, 1992 Ferrari 348 (323 Nm) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Sunbeam Alpine. (163 Nm). This means 1992 Ferrari 348 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Sunbeam Alpine.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ferrari 348 | 1953 Sunbeam Alpine | |
| Make | Ferrari | Sunbeam |
| Model | 348 | Alpine |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3405 cc | 2267 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 110 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 45 L |
