2004 Acura TL vs. 1964 Sunbeam Alpine
To start off, 2004 Acura TL is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Sunbeam Alpine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Sunbeam Alpine would be higher. At 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Acura TL (270 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1964 Sunbeam Alpine. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 1964 Sunbeam Alpine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Acura TL weights approximately 579 kg more than 1964 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, 2004 Acura TL (324 Nm) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Sunbeam Alpine. (128 Nm). This means 2004 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Sunbeam Alpine.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Acura TL | 1964 Sunbeam Alpine | |
| Make | Acura | Sunbeam |
| Model | TL | Alpine |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3201 cc | 1592 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 324 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1579 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2190 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 40 L |
