2008 Dodge Viper vs. 1965 Sunbeam Alpine
To start off, 2008 Dodge Viper 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 8,357 cc (10 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Viper (600 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 509 more horse power than 1965 Sunbeam Alpine. (91 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1965 Sunbeam Alpine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Viper weights approximately 745 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 Viper (759 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 620 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Sunbeam Alpine. (139 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Sunbeam Alpine.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dodge Viper | 1965 Sunbeam Alpine | |
| Make | Dodge | Sunbeam |
| Model | Viper | Alpine |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8357 cc | 1723 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 600 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 759 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2190 mm |
