1992 Porsche 968 vs. 1954 Sunbeam Alpine
To start off, 1992 Porsche 968 is newer by 38 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 2,990 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Porsche 968 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Porsche 968 (241 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1954 Sunbeam Alpine. (79 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Porsche 968 should accelerate faster than 1954 Sunbeam Alpine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Porsche 968 weights approximately 100 kg more than 1954 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 Porsche 968 (305 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Sunbeam Alpine. (163 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1992 Porsche 968 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Sunbeam Alpine.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Porsche 968 | 1954 Sunbeam Alpine | |
| Make | Porsche | Sunbeam |
| Model | 968 | Alpine |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2990 cc | 2267 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 241 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 110 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 7.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 255 km/hour | 153 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 45 L |
