2004 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1955 Sunbeam Alpine
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 49 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 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette (391 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 311 more horse power than 1955 Sunbeam Alpine. (80 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1955 Sunbeam Alpine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 170 kg more than 1955 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, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette (543 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 380 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Sunbeam Alpine. (163 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2004 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Sunbeam Alpine.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Chevrolet Corvette | 1955 Sunbeam Alpine | |
Make | Chevrolet | Sunbeam |
Model | Corvette | Alpine |
Year Released | 2004 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5965 cc | 2267 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 391 HP | 80 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 543 Nm | 163 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.9:1 | 7.4:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2480 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 45 L |