2004 Bristol Fighter vs. 1965 Sunbeam Alpine
To start off, 2004 Bristol Fighter is newer by 39 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 7,994 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 Bristol Fighter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Bristol Fighter (660 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 569 more horse power than 1965 Sunbeam Alpine. (91 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Bristol Fighter should accelerate faster than 1965 Sunbeam Alpine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Bristol Fighter weights approximately 540 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, 2004 Bristol Fighter (787 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 648 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Sunbeam Alpine. (139 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2004 Bristol Fighter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Sunbeam Alpine.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Bristol Fighter | 1965 Sunbeam Alpine | |
| Make | Bristol | Sunbeam |
| Model | Fighter | Alpine |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7994 cc | 1723 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 660 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 787 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2190 mm |
