2008 Dodge Charger vs. 1965 Sunbeam Alpine
To start off, 2008 Dodge Charger 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 2,736 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Charger (191 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1965 Sunbeam Alpine. (91 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 1965 Sunbeam Alpine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Charger weights approximately 1343 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 Dodge Charger (258 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Sunbeam Alpine. (139 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Sunbeam Alpine.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dodge Charger | 1965 Sunbeam Alpine | |
| Make | Dodge | Sunbeam |
| Model | Charger | Alpine |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2736 cc | 1723 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 191 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2343 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2190 mm |
