1968 AMC AMX vs. 1965 Sunbeam Alpine
To start off, 1968 AMC AMX is newer by 3 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 6,386 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 AMC AMX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 AMC AMX (315 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 224 more horse power than 1965 Sunbeam Alpine. (91 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 AMC AMX should accelerate faster than 1965 Sunbeam Alpine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 AMC AMX weights approximately 377 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, 1968 AMC AMX (576 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 437 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Sunbeam Alpine. (139 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1968 AMC AMX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Sunbeam Alpine.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 AMC AMX | 1965 Sunbeam Alpine | |
| Make | AMC | Sunbeam |
| Model | AMX | Alpine |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6386 cc | 1723 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 315 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 576 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1377 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2190 mm |
