2007 Mercedes-Benz ML vs. 1961 Sunbeam Alpine
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Sunbeam Alpine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Sunbeam Alpine would be higher. At 2,685 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML (161 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1961 Sunbeam Alpine. (80 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 1961 Sunbeam Alpine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML weights approximately 1180 kg more than 1961 Sunbeam Alpine. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML (400 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 273 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Sunbeam Alpine. (127 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Sunbeam Alpine.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML | 1961 Sunbeam Alpine | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Sunbeam |
| Model | ML | Alpine |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2685 cc | 1592 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 80 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2175 kg | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2190 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 40 L |
