1999 Audi S8 vs. 1965 Sunbeam Alpine
To start off, 1999 Audi S8 is newer by 34 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 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Audi S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Audi S8 (335 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 244 more horse power than 1965 Sunbeam Alpine. (91 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 1965 Sunbeam Alpine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Audi S8 weights approximately 730 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, 1999 Audi S8 (331 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Sunbeam Alpine. (139 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1999 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Sunbeam Alpine.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi S8 | 1965 Sunbeam Alpine | |
| Make | Audi | Sunbeam |
| Model | S8 | Alpine |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 1723 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 331 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2190 mm |
