2008 Audi A8 vs. 1963 Sunbeam Alpine
To start off, 2008 Audi A8 is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Sunbeam Alpine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Sunbeam Alpine would be higher. At 5,996 cc, 2008 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A8 (444 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 363 more horse power than 1963 Sunbeam Alpine. (81 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1963 Sunbeam Alpine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A8 weights approximately 965 kg more than 1963 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, 2008 Audi A8 (580 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 454 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Sunbeam Alpine. (126 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Sunbeam Alpine.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A8 | 1963 Sunbeam Alpine | |
| Make | Audi | Sunbeam |
| Model | A8 | Alpine |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5996 cc | 1592 cc |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 580 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.2 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1995 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2190 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 40 L |
