2001 De Tomaso Guara vs. 1955 Sunbeam Alpine
To start off, 2001 De Tomaso Guara is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Sunbeam Alpine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Sunbeam Alpine would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 De Tomaso Guara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 De Tomaso Guara (301 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 1955 Sunbeam Alpine. (80 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 1955 Sunbeam Alpine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Sunbeam Alpine weights approximately 94 kg more than 2001 De Tomaso Guara.
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, 2001 De Tomaso Guara (413 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Sunbeam Alpine. (163 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2001 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Sunbeam Alpine.
Compare all specifications:
2001 De Tomaso Guara | 1955 Sunbeam Alpine | |
Make | De Tomaso | Sunbeam |
Model | Guara | Alpine |
Year Released | 2001 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4601 cc | 2267 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 80 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 413 Nm | 163 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1206 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2480 mm |