1998 Honda NSX vs. 1965 Sunbeam Alpine
To start off, 1998 Honda NSX is newer by 33 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 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda NSX (276 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 1965 Sunbeam Alpine. (91 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1965 Sunbeam Alpine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Honda NSX weights approximately 464 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, 1998 Honda NSX (304 Nm @ 5300 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Sunbeam Alpine. (139 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1998 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Sunbeam Alpine.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Honda NSX | 1965 Sunbeam Alpine | |
Make | Honda | Sunbeam |
Model | NSX | Alpine |
Year Released | 1998 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 1723 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 91 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 139 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1464 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2190 mm |