1965 Sunbeam Alpine vs. 2008 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Bora is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Sunbeam Alpine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Sunbeam Alpine would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Bora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Bora (113 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1965 Sunbeam Alpine. (91 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Bora should accelerate faster than 1965 Sunbeam Alpine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Bora weights approximately 296 kg more than 1965 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, 2008 Volkswagen Bora (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Sunbeam Alpine. (139 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Sunbeam Alpine.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Sunbeam Alpine | 2008 Volkswagen Bora | |
Make | Sunbeam | Volkswagen |
Model | Alpine | Bora |
Year Released | 1965 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1723 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 91 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 139 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1296 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2520 mm |