2000 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 1963 Sunbeam Alpine
To start off, 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Sunbeam Alpine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Sunbeam Alpine would be higher. At 4,807 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe (261 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 1963 Sunbeam Alpine. (81 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 1963 Sunbeam Alpine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 1230 kg more than 1963 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 Chevrolet Tahoe (393 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Sunbeam Alpine. (126 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Sunbeam Alpine.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe | 1963 Sunbeam Alpine | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Sunbeam |
| Model | Tahoe | Alpine |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4807 cc | 1592 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 261 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2260 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2190 mm |
