2005 Ford Shelby GR-1 Concept vs. 1964 Sunbeam Alpine
To start off, 2005 Ford Shelby GR-1 Concept is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Sunbeam Alpine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Sunbeam Alpine would be higher. At 6,392 cc (10 cylinders), 2005 Ford Shelby GR-1 Concept is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Shelby GR-1 Concept (605 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 526 more horse power than 1964 Sunbeam Alpine. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Shelby GR-1 Concept should accelerate faster than 1964 Sunbeam Alpine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Shelby GR-1 Concept weights approximately 769 kg more than 1964 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 Shelby GR-1 Concept (679 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 551 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Sunbeam Alpine. (128 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Shelby GR-1 Concept will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Sunbeam Alpine.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Shelby GR-1 Concept | 1964 Sunbeam Alpine | |
| Make | Ford | Sunbeam |
| Model | Shelby GR-1 Concept | Alpine |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6392 cc | 1592 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 605 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 679 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1769 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2190 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 40 L |
