2006 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 1965 Sunbeam Alpine
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe 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 5,328 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe (284 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 1965 Sunbeam Alpine. (91 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 1965 Sunbeam Alpine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 1419 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 Chevrolet Tahoe (427 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 288 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Sunbeam Alpine. (139 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Sunbeam Alpine.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe | 1965 Sunbeam Alpine | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Sunbeam |
| Model | Tahoe | Alpine |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5328 cc | 1723 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 284 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2419 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2070 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2190 mm |
