2007 GMC Acadia vs. 1974 Sunbeam Alpine
To start off, 2007 GMC Acadia is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Sunbeam Alpine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Sunbeam Alpine would be higher. At 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 GMC Acadia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 GMC Acadia (275 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 1974 Sunbeam Alpine. (71 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 1974 Sunbeam Alpine.
Because 2007 GMC Acadia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Sunbeam Alpine. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 GMC Acadia 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, 2007 GMC Acadia (340 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Sunbeam Alpine. (123 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 GMC Acadia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Sunbeam Alpine.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 GMC Acadia | 1974 Sunbeam Alpine | |
| Make | GMC | Sunbeam |
| Model | Acadia | Alpine |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1974 |
| Engine Size | 3564 cc | 1724 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2510 mm |
