1999 Audi R8R vs. 1971 Sunbeam Alpine
To start off, 1999 Audi R8R is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Sunbeam Alpine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Sunbeam Alpine would be higher. At 3,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Audi R8R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Audi R8R (247 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1971 Sunbeam Alpine. (71 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi R8R should accelerate faster than 1971 Sunbeam Alpine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Sunbeam Alpine weights approximately 1008 kg more than 1999 Audi R8R.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1999 Audi R8R (330 Nm) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Sunbeam Alpine. (123 Nm). This means 1999 Audi R8R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Sunbeam Alpine.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi R8R | 1971 Sunbeam Alpine | |
| Make | Audi | Sunbeam |
| Model | R8R | Alpine |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1971 |
| Engine Size | 3898 cc | 1725 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1410 mm |
