2008 Dodge Ram vs. 1963 Sunbeam Alpine
To start off, 2008 Dodge Ram 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 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Ram (346 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 265 more horse power than 1963 Sunbeam Alpine. (81 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1963 Sunbeam Alpine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Ram weights approximately 715 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 Dodge Ram (509 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 383 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Sunbeam Alpine. (126 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Sunbeam Alpine.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dodge Ram | 1963 Sunbeam Alpine | |
| Make | Dodge | Sunbeam |
| Model | Ram | Alpine |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 1592 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 346 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5840 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2190 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 40 L |
