1994 Donkervoort S8 vs. 1965 Sunbeam Alpine
To start off, 1994 Donkervoort S8 is newer by 29 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 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Donkervoort S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Donkervoort S8 (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1965 Sunbeam Alpine. (91 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Donkervoort S8 should accelerate faster than 1965 Sunbeam Alpine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Sunbeam Alpine weights approximately 325 kg more than 1994 Donkervoort S8.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 Donkervoort S8 (167 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Sunbeam Alpine. (139 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1994 Donkervoort S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Sunbeam Alpine.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Donkervoort S8 | 1965 Sunbeam Alpine | |
| Make | Donkervoort | Sunbeam |
| Model | S8 | Alpine |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1723 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1310 mm |
