1980 Aston Martin Lagonda vs. 1962 Sunbeam Alpine
To start off, 1980 Aston Martin Lagonda is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Sunbeam Alpine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Sunbeam Alpine would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Aston Martin Lagonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Aston Martin Lagonda (286 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 1962 Sunbeam Alpine. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Aston Martin Lagonda should accelerate faster than 1962 Sunbeam Alpine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Aston Martin Lagonda weights approximately 1230 kg more than 1962 Sunbeam Alpine. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1980 Aston Martin Lagonda (435 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 308 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Sunbeam Alpine. (127 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1980 Aston Martin Lagonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Sunbeam Alpine.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Aston Martin Lagonda | 1962 Sunbeam Alpine | |
Make | Aston Martin | Sunbeam |
Model | Lagonda | Alpine |
Year Released | 1980 | 1962 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 1592 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 286 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 435 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 81.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 76.2 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2225 kg | 995 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2190 mm |