2006 Rover 75 vs. 1965 Sunbeam Alpine
To start off, 2006 Rover 75 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 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Rover 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Rover 75 (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1965 Sunbeam Alpine. (91 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 1965 Sunbeam Alpine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Rover 75 weights approximately 180 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 Rover 75 (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Sunbeam Alpine. (139 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2006 Rover 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Sunbeam Alpine.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Rover 75 | 1965 Sunbeam Alpine | |
| Make | Rover | Sunbeam |
| Model | 75 | Alpine |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1723 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2190 mm |
