2005 Ford Excursion vs. 1965 Sunbeam Alpine
To start off, 2005 Ford Excursion 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Excursion (255 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1965 Sunbeam Alpine. (91 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1965 Sunbeam Alpine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Excursion weights approximately 2215 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 Ford Excursion (475 Nm) has 336 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Sunbeam Alpine. (139 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Sunbeam Alpine.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Excursion | 1965 Sunbeam Alpine | |
| Make | Ford | Sunbeam |
| Model | Excursion | Alpine |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1723 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 3215 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2190 mm |
