1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast vs. 1964 Sunbeam Alpine
To start off, 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast is newer by 1 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 4,963 cc (12 cylinders), 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast (396 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 317 more horse power than 1964 Sunbeam Alpine. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast should accelerate faster than 1964 Sunbeam Alpine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast weights approximately 540 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, 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast (475 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 347 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Sunbeam Alpine. (128 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Sunbeam Alpine.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast | 1964 Sunbeam Alpine | |
Make | Ferrari | Sunbeam |
Model | 500 Superfast | Alpine |
Year Released | 1965 | 1964 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4963 cc | 1592 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 396 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 128 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 81.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 76.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2190 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 40 L |