2008 Bentley Azure vs. 1965 Sunbeam Alpine
To start off, 2008 Bentley Azure is newer by 43 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 6,761 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Bentley Azure is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Bentley Azure (450 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 359 more horse power than 1965 Sunbeam Alpine. (91 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 1965 Sunbeam Alpine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Bentley Azure weights approximately 1695 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, 2008 Bentley Azure (875 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 736 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Sunbeam Alpine. (139 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2008 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Sunbeam Alpine.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Bentley Azure | 1965 Sunbeam Alpine | |
| Make | Bentley | Sunbeam |
| Model | Azure | Alpine |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6761 cc | 1723 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2695 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5420 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2130 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2190 mm |
