2009 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1953 Sunbeam Alpine
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 56 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Sunbeam Alpine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Sunbeam Alpine would be higher. At 6,199 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette (430 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 351 more horse power than 1953 Sunbeam Alpine. (79 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1953 Sunbeam Alpine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Sunbeam Alpine weights approximately 4 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Corvette.
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 Chevrolet Corvette (575 Nm) has 412 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Sunbeam Alpine. (163 Nm). This means 2009 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Sunbeam Alpine.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Corvette | 1953 Sunbeam Alpine | |
Make | Chevrolet | Sunbeam |
Model | Corvette | Alpine |
Year Released | 2009 | 1953 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6199 cc | 2267 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 430 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 575 Nm | 163 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 103.3 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 110 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 1270 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 45 L |