2009 Alpina B3 vs. 1954 Sunbeam Alpine
To start off, 2009 Alpina B3 is newer by 55 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 3,346 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Alpina B3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Alpina B3 (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 222 more horse power than 1954 Sunbeam Alpine. (79 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 1954 Sunbeam Alpine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Alpina B3 weights approximately 150 kg more than 1954 Sunbeam Alpine. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 Alpina B3 (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Sunbeam Alpine. (163 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Sunbeam Alpine.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Alpina B3 | 1954 Sunbeam Alpine | |
Make | Alpina | Sunbeam |
Model | B3 | Alpine |
Year Released | 2009 | 1954 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3346 cc | 2267 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 362 Nm | 163 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 7.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 265 km/hour | 153 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 45 L |