2005 Rolls-Royce Corniche vs. 1953 Sunbeam Alpine
To start off, 2005 Rolls-Royce Corniche is newer by 52 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 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Rolls-Royce Corniche is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Rolls-Royce Corniche weights approximately 1465 kg more than 1953 Sunbeam Alpine.
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, 2005 Rolls-Royce Corniche (739 Nm) has 576 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Sunbeam Alpine. (163 Nm). This means 2005 Rolls-Royce Corniche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Sunbeam Alpine. 2005 Rolls-Royce Corniche has automatic transmission and 1953 Sunbeam Alpine has manual transmission. 1953 Sunbeam Alpine will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Rolls-Royce Corniche will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Rolls-Royce Corniche | 1953 Sunbeam Alpine | |
| Make | Rolls-Royce | Sunbeam |
| Model | Corniche | Alpine |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 2267 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 79 HP |
| Torque | 739 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 110 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2735 kg | 1270 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 45 L |
