1987 Ferrari F40 vs. 1969 Sunbeam Alpine
To start off, 1987 Ferrari F40 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Sunbeam Alpine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Sunbeam Alpine would be higher. At 2,936 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Ferrari F40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ferrari F40 (472 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 401 more horse power than 1969 Sunbeam Alpine. (71 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ferrari F40 should accelerate faster than 1969 Sunbeam Alpine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ferrari F40 weights approximately 94 kg more than 1969 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, 1987 Ferrari F40 (575 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 452 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Sunbeam Alpine. (123 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1987 Ferrari F40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Sunbeam Alpine.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ferrari F40 | 1969 Sunbeam Alpine | |
| Make | Ferrari | Sunbeam |
| Model | F40 | Alpine |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2936 cc | 1724 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 472 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 575 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.7:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1104 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 27 L |
