2007 Audi R8 vs. 1964 Sunbeam Alpine
To start off, 2007 Audi R8 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 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi R8 (414 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 335 more horse power than 1964 Sunbeam Alpine. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1964 Sunbeam Alpine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi R8 weights approximately 565 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 Audi R8 (430 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 302 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Sunbeam Alpine. (128 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Sunbeam Alpine.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi R8 | 1964 Sunbeam Alpine | |
| Make | Audi | Sunbeam |
| Model | R8 | Alpine |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1592 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 414 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2190 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 40 L |
