2000 Bugatti EB 18-4 Veyron vs. 1965 Sunbeam Alpine
To start off, 2000 Bugatti EB 18-4 Veyron is newer by 35 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 6,255 cc (18 cylinders), 2000 Bugatti EB 18-4 Veyron is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Bugatti EB 18-4 Veyron (555 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 464 more horse power than 1965 Sunbeam Alpine. (91 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Bugatti EB 18-4 Veyron should accelerate faster than 1965 Sunbeam Alpine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Bugatti EB 18-4 Veyron weights approximately 1177 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, 2000 Bugatti EB 18-4 Veyron (650 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 511 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Sunbeam Alpine. (139 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2000 Bugatti EB 18-4 Veyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Sunbeam Alpine.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Bugatti EB 18-4 Veyron | 1965 Sunbeam Alpine | |
| Make | Bugatti | Sunbeam |
| Model | EB 18-4 Veyron | Alpine |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 6255 cc | 1723 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 18 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Horse Power | 555 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2177 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2190 mm |
