1993 Donkervoort S8 vs. 1963 Sunbeam Alpine
To start off, 1993 Donkervoort S8 is newer by 30 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 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Donkervoort S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Donkervoort S8 (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1963 Sunbeam Alpine. (81 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Donkervoort S8 should accelerate faster than 1963 Sunbeam Alpine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Sunbeam Alpine weights approximately 355 kg more than 1993 Donkervoort S8.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Donkervoort S8 (166 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Sunbeam Alpine. (126 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1993 Donkervoort S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Sunbeam Alpine.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Donkervoort S8 | 1963 Sunbeam Alpine | |
| Make | Donkervoort | Sunbeam |
| Model | S8 | Alpine |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1592 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1310 mm |
