1960 Bristol 406 vs. 1964 Sunbeam Alpine
To start off, 1964 Sunbeam Alpine is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Bristol 406. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Bristol 406 would be higher. At 2,215 cc (6 cylinders), 1960 Bristol 406 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Bristol 406 (91 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1964 Sunbeam Alpine. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Bristol 406 should accelerate faster than 1964 Sunbeam Alpine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Bristol 406 weights approximately 260 kg more than 1964 Sunbeam Alpine. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1960 Bristol 406 (174 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Sunbeam Alpine. (128 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1960 Bristol 406 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Sunbeam Alpine.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Bristol 406 | 1964 Sunbeam Alpine | |
| Make | Bristol | Sunbeam |
| Model | 406 | Alpine |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2215 cc | 1592 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68.7 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.6 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2190 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 40 L |
