2007 Ford E-150 vs. 1973 Sunbeam Alpine
To start off, 2007 Ford E-150 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Sunbeam Alpine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Sunbeam Alpine would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford E-150 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1973 Sunbeam Alpine. (71 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford E-150 should accelerate faster than 1973 Sunbeam Alpine.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Ford E-150 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Sunbeam Alpine. (123 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Sunbeam Alpine.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford E-150 | 1973 Sunbeam Alpine | |
| Make | Ford | Sunbeam |
| Model | E-150 | Alpine |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1973 |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 1725 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2060 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2510 mm |
