1992 Jaguar XJ220 vs. 1965 Sunbeam Alpine
To start off, 1992 Jaguar XJ220 is newer by 27 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 3,492 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Jaguar XJ220 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Jaguar XJ220 (542 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 451 more horse power than 1965 Sunbeam Alpine. (91 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Jaguar XJ220 should accelerate faster than 1965 Sunbeam Alpine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Jaguar XJ220 weights approximately 422 kg more than 1965 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, 1992 Jaguar XJ220 (642 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 503 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Sunbeam Alpine. (139 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1992 Jaguar XJ220 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Sunbeam Alpine.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Jaguar XJ220 | 1965 Sunbeam Alpine | |
| Make | Jaguar | Sunbeam |
| Model | XJ220 | Alpine |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3492 cc | 1723 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 542 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 642 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1422 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2190 mm |
