1992 Jaguar XJR vs. 1965 Sunbeam Alpine
To start off, 1992 Jaguar XJR 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 5,992 cc (12 cylinders), 1992 Jaguar XJR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Jaguar XJR (333 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 242 more horse power than 1965 Sunbeam Alpine. (91 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Jaguar XJR should accelerate faster than 1965 Sunbeam Alpine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Jaguar XJR weights approximately 824 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 XJR (495 Nm @ 3650 RPM) has 356 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Sunbeam Alpine. (139 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1992 Jaguar XJR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Sunbeam Alpine.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Jaguar XJR | 1965 Sunbeam Alpine | |
| Make | Jaguar | Sunbeam |
| Model | XJR | Alpine |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5992 cc | 1723 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 333 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3650 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1824 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2190 mm |
