2008 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1964 Sunbeam Alpine
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 44 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 5,328 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban (321 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 242 more horse power than 1964 Sunbeam Alpine. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1964 Sunbeam Alpine.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban (461 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 333 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Sunbeam Alpine. (128 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Sunbeam Alpine.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Suburban | 1964 Sunbeam Alpine | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Sunbeam |
| Model | Suburban | Alpine |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5328 cc | 1592 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5660 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2190 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 40 L |
