2004 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 1965 Sunbeam Alpine
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Tahoe 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 4,807 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Tahoe (260 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 1965 Sunbeam Alpine. (91 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 1965 Sunbeam Alpine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 1260 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 Tahoe (393 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Sunbeam Alpine. (139 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2004 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Sunbeam Alpine.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Tahoe | 1965 Sunbeam Alpine | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Sunbeam |
| Model | Tahoe | Alpine |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4807 cc | 1723 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2260 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2190 mm |
