2009 Acura MDX vs. 1960 Sunbeam Alpine
To start off, 2009 Acura MDX is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Sunbeam Alpine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Sunbeam Alpine would be higher. At 3,663 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Acura MDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Acura MDX (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 1960 Sunbeam Alpine. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 1960 Sunbeam Alpine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Acura MDX weights approximately 789 kg more than 1960 Sunbeam Alpine. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Acura MDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Sunbeam Alpine. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Acura MDX 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, 2009 Acura MDX (373 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Sunbeam Alpine. (127 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Sunbeam Alpine.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Acura MDX | 1960 Sunbeam Alpine | |
| Make | Acura | Sunbeam |
| Model | MDX | Alpine |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3663 cc | 1591 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1784 kg | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2190 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 40 L |
