2007 Acura TL vs. 1964 Sunbeam Alpine

To start off, 2007 Acura TL is newer by 43 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 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Acura TL (258 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 1964 Sunbeam Alpine. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 1964 Sunbeam Alpine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Acura TL weights approximately 450 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, 2007 Acura TL (316 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Sunbeam Alpine. (128 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Sunbeam Alpine.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Acura TL 1964 Sunbeam Alpine
Make Acura Sunbeam
Model TL Alpine
Year Released 2007 1964
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3201 cc 1592 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 258 HP 79 HP
Engine RPM 6200 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 316 Nm 128 Nm
Torque RPM 5000 RPM 3500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 89 mm 81.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 86.1 mm 76.2 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 11.0:1 9.1:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1450 kg 1000 kg
Vehicle Length 4810 mm 3950 mm
Vehicle Width 1840 mm 1540 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1310 mm
Wheelbase Size 2750 mm 2190 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 64 L 40 L