1995 Mercedes-Benz SLK vs. 1965 Sunbeam Alpine
To start off, 1995 Mercedes-Benz SLK is newer by 30 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 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Mercedes-Benz SLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Mercedes-Benz SLK (190 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1965 Sunbeam Alpine. (91 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Mercedes-Benz SLK should accelerate faster than 1965 Sunbeam Alpine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Mercedes-Benz SLK weights approximately 1052 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, 1995 Mercedes-Benz SLK (280 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Sunbeam Alpine. (139 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1995 Mercedes-Benz SLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Sunbeam Alpine.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Mercedes-Benz SLK | 1965 Sunbeam Alpine | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Sunbeam |
| Model | SLK | Alpine |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2295 cc | 1723 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2052 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2190 mm |
