2006 Mercury Mountaineer vs. 1955 Sunbeam Alpine
To start off, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 51 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 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer (292 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 1955 Sunbeam Alpine. (80 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1955 Sunbeam Alpine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 625 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.
Because 2006 Mercury Mountaineer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Sunbeam Alpine. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer (407 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Sunbeam Alpine. (163 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Sunbeam Alpine.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Mercury Mountaineer | 1955 Sunbeam Alpine | |
Make | Mercury | Sunbeam |
Model | Mountaineer | Alpine |
Year Released | 2006 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4605 cc | 2267 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 292 HP | 80 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 163 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 7.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2480 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 45 L |