2005 Audi A6 vs. 1965 Sunbeam Alpine
To start off, 2005 Audi A6 is newer by 40 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 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A6 (296 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 1965 Sunbeam Alpine. (91 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1965 Sunbeam Alpine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A6 weights approximately 815 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, 2005 Audi A6 (410 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Sunbeam Alpine. (139 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Sunbeam Alpine.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A6 | 1965 Sunbeam Alpine | |
| Make | Audi | Sunbeam |
| Model | A6 | Alpine |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 1723 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2190 mm |
