2009 Chrysler 300 vs. 1960 Sunbeam Alpine
To start off, 2009 Chrysler 300 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 6,059 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chrysler 300 (425 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 346 more horse power than 1960 Sunbeam Alpine. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1960 Sunbeam Alpine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 878 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.
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 Chrysler 300 (570 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 443 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Sunbeam Alpine. (127 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Sunbeam Alpine.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chrysler 300 | 1960 Sunbeam Alpine | |
| Make | Chrysler | Sunbeam |
| Model | 300 | Alpine |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6059 cc | 1591 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 425 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 570 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1873 kg | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2190 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 40 L |
