2004 Audi A6 vs. 1963 Sunbeam Alpine
To start off, 2004 Audi A6 is newer by 41 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 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi A6 (180 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1963 Sunbeam Alpine. (81 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1963 Sunbeam Alpine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A6 weights approximately 632 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, 2004 Audi A6 (235 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Sunbeam Alpine. (126 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2004 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Sunbeam Alpine.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A6 | 1963 Sunbeam Alpine | |
| Make | Audi | Sunbeam |
| Model | A6 | Alpine |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 1592 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1662 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2190 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 40 L |
