1977 Buick Regal vs. 1965 Sunbeam Alpine
To start off, 1977 Buick Regal is newer by 12 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 4,932 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Buick Regal (143 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1965 Sunbeam Alpine. (91 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 1965 Sunbeam Alpine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Buick Regal weights approximately 470 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, 1977 Buick Regal (334 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Sunbeam Alpine. (139 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1977 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Sunbeam Alpine.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Buick Regal | 1965 Sunbeam Alpine | |
| Make | Buick | Sunbeam |
| Model | Regal | Alpine |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4932 cc | 1723 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 334 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2190 mm |
