2004 Rover 75 vs. 1965 Sunbeam Alpine
To start off, 2004 Rover 75 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 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Rover 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Rover 75 (256 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1965 Sunbeam Alpine. (91 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 1965 Sunbeam Alpine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Rover 75 weights approximately 740 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 Rover 75 (410 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Sunbeam Alpine. (139 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2004 Rover 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Sunbeam Alpine.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Rover 75 | 1965 Sunbeam Alpine | |
| Make | Rover | Sunbeam |
| Model | 75 | Alpine |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 1723 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1000 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2190 mm |
