2007 Jaguar XJ vs. 1954 Sunbeam Alpine
To start off, 2007 Jaguar XJ is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Sunbeam Alpine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Sunbeam Alpine would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jaguar XJ (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 1954 Sunbeam Alpine. (79 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1954 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, 2007 Jaguar XJ (420 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Sunbeam Alpine. (163 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Sunbeam Alpine. 2007 Jaguar XJ has automatic transmission and 1954 Sunbeam Alpine has manual transmission. 1954 Sunbeam Alpine will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Jaguar XJ will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Jaguar XJ | 1954 Sunbeam Alpine | |
| Make | Jaguar | Sunbeam |
| Model | XJ | Alpine |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 2267 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 110 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 7.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 45 L |
