2006 Audi A6 vs. 1965 Sunbeam Alpine
To start off, 2006 Audi A6 is newer by 41 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 3,130 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A6 (255 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1965 Sunbeam Alpine. (91 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1965 Sunbeam Alpine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A6 weights approximately 510 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, 2006 Audi A6 (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Sunbeam Alpine. (139 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Sunbeam Alpine.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A6 | 1965 Sunbeam Alpine | |
| Make | Audi | Sunbeam |
| Model | A6 | Alpine |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3130 cc | 1723 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2190 mm |
