1968 Ferrari Dino vs. 1963 Sunbeam Alpine
To start off, 1968 Ferrari Dino is newer by 5 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 1,987 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Ferrari Dino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Ferrari Dino (177 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1963 Sunbeam Alpine. (81 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ferrari Dino should accelerate faster than 1963 Sunbeam Alpine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Ferrari Dino weights approximately 110 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, 1968 Ferrari Dino (187 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Sunbeam Alpine. (126 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1968 Ferrari Dino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Sunbeam Alpine.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Ferrari Dino | 1963 Sunbeam Alpine | |
| Make | Ferrari | Sunbeam |
| Model | Dino | Alpine |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1987 cc | 1592 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 57 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1070 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2190 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 40 L |
