1982 Ferrari 308 vs. 1962 Sunbeam Alpine
To start off, 1982 Ferrari 308 is newer by 20 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 2,855 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Ferrari 308 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Ferrari 308 (240 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1962 Sunbeam Alpine. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 1962 Sunbeam Alpine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Ferrari 308 weights approximately 280 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, 1982 Ferrari 308 (260 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Sunbeam Alpine. (127 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1982 Ferrari 308 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Sunbeam Alpine.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Ferrari 308 | 1962 Sunbeam Alpine | |
| Make | Ferrari | Sunbeam |
| Model | 308 | Alpine |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2855 cc | 1592 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 81.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2190 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 40 L |
