2005 Bentley Arnage vs. 1963 Sunbeam Alpine
To start off, 2005 Bentley Arnage is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Sunbeam Alpine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Sunbeam Alpine would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Bentley Arnage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Bentley Arnage (399 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 318 more horse power than 1963 Sunbeam Alpine. (81 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 1963 Sunbeam Alpine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 1555 kg more than 1963 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 Bentley Arnage (835 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 709 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Sunbeam Alpine. (126 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Sunbeam Alpine.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Bentley Arnage | 1963 Sunbeam Alpine | |
| Make | Bentley | Sunbeam |
| Model | Arnage | Alpine |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 1592 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 399 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 835 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2585 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5410 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2190 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 40 L |
