1963 Sunbeam Alpine vs. 2011 Aston Martin Virage
To start off, 2011 Aston Martin Virage is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Sunbeam Alpine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Sunbeam Alpine would be higher. At 5,900 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Aston Martin Virage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Aston Martin Virage (490 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 409 more horse power than 1963 Sunbeam Alpine. (81 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 1963 Sunbeam Alpine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Aston Martin Virage weights approximately 755 kg more than 1963 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, 2011 Aston Martin Virage (569 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 443 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Sunbeam Alpine. (126 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Aston Martin Virage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Sunbeam Alpine.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Sunbeam Alpine | 2011 Aston Martin Virage | |
| Make | Sunbeam | Aston Martin |
| Model | Alpine | Virage |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1592 cc | 5900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 490 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 569 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4704 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1283 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2741 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 78 L |
