1976 Ferrari 400 vs. 1963 Sunbeam Alpine
To start off, 1976 Ferrari 400 is newer by 13 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 4,823 cc (12 cylinders), 1976 Ferrari 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Ferrari 400 (340 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 259 more horse power than 1963 Sunbeam Alpine. (81 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 1963 Sunbeam Alpine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 866 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, 1976 Ferrari 400 (422 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 296 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Sunbeam Alpine. (126 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1976 Ferrari 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Sunbeam Alpine.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ferrari 400 | 1963 Sunbeam Alpine | |
| Make | Ferrari | Sunbeam |
| Model | 400 | Alpine |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4823 cc | 1592 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 422 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1896 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2190 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 40 L |
