1979 Mercedes-Benz 300 vs. 1965 Sunbeam Alpine
To start off, 1979 Mercedes-Benz 300 is newer by 14 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 2,996 cc (5 cylinders), 1979 Mercedes-Benz 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Sunbeam Alpine (91 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1979 Mercedes-Benz 300. (87 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Sunbeam Alpine should accelerate faster than 1979 Mercedes-Benz 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Mercedes-Benz 300 weights approximately 630 kg more than 1965 Sunbeam Alpine.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Mercedes-Benz 300 (172 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Sunbeam Alpine. (139 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1979 Mercedes-Benz 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Sunbeam Alpine.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Mercedes-Benz 300 | 1965 Sunbeam Alpine | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Sunbeam |
| Model | 300 | Alpine |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1723 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3430 mm | 2190 mm |
