1980 Mercedes-Benz 500 vs. 1963 Sunbeam Alpine
To start off, 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500 is newer by 17 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 4,972 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500 (242 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1963 Sunbeam Alpine. (81 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500 should accelerate faster than 1963 Sunbeam Alpine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500 weights approximately 510 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, 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500 (401 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Sunbeam Alpine. (126 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Sunbeam Alpine.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500 | 1963 Sunbeam Alpine | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Sunbeam |
| Model | 500 | Alpine |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4972 cc | 1592 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 401 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2190 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 40 L |
