2004 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1965 Sunbeam Alpine
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado 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 5,963 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado (345 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 254 more horse power than 1965 Sunbeam Alpine. (91 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1965 Sunbeam Alpine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 1274 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 Chevrolet Silverado (515 Nm) has 376 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Sunbeam Alpine. (139 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Sunbeam Alpine.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Silverado | 1965 Sunbeam Alpine | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Sunbeam |
| Model | Silverado | Alpine |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5963 cc | 1723 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2274 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2190 mm |
