1964 Sunbeam Alpine vs. 2009 Suzuki XL7
To start off, 2009 Suzuki XL7 is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Sunbeam Alpine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Sunbeam Alpine would be higher. At 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Suzuki XL7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Suzuki XL7 (252 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1964 Sunbeam Alpine. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Suzuki XL7 should accelerate faster than 1964 Sunbeam Alpine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Suzuki XL7 weights approximately 295 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, 2009 Suzuki XL7 (330 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Sunbeam Alpine. (128 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Suzuki XL7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Sunbeam Alpine.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Sunbeam Alpine | 2009 Suzuki XL7 | |
| Make | Sunbeam | Suzuki |
| Model | Alpine | XL7 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1592 cc | 3564 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 70 L |
