2005 Cadillac Escalade vs. 1964 Sunbeam Alpine
To start off, 2005 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Sunbeam Alpine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Sunbeam Alpine would be higher. At 5,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Cadillac Escalade (346 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 267 more horse power than 1964 Sunbeam Alpine. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1964 Sunbeam Alpine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1527 kg more than 1964 Sunbeam Alpine. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Cadillac Escalade (515 Nm) has 387 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Sunbeam Alpine. (128 Nm). This means 2005 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Sunbeam Alpine.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Cadillac Escalade | 1964 Sunbeam Alpine | |
| Make | Cadillac | Sunbeam |
| Model | Escalade | Alpine |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 1592 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 346 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2527 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2190 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 40 L |
