2009 GMC Acadia vs. 1974 Sunbeam Alpine
To start off, 2009 GMC Acadia is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Sunbeam Alpine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Sunbeam Alpine would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 GMC Acadia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Acadia (288 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 1974 Sunbeam Alpine. (71 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 1974 Sunbeam Alpine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Acadia weights approximately 1425 kg more than 1974 Sunbeam Alpine. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 GMC Acadia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Sunbeam Alpine. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 GMC Acadia 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 GMC Acadia (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Sunbeam Alpine. (123 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 GMC Acadia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Sunbeam Alpine.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 GMC Acadia | 1974 Sunbeam Alpine | |
| Make | GMC | Sunbeam |
| Model | Acadia | Alpine |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1974 |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1724 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2435 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2510 mm |
