2008 Ford Taurus X vs. 1964 Sunbeam Alpine
To start off, 2008 Ford Taurus X 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Ford Taurus X is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Taurus X (260 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1964 Sunbeam Alpine. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Taurus X should accelerate faster than 1964 Sunbeam Alpine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Taurus X weights approximately 107 kg more than 1964 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 Ford Taurus X (332 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Sunbeam Alpine. (128 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Taurus X will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Sunbeam Alpine.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Taurus X | 1964 Sunbeam Alpine | |
| Make | Ford | Sunbeam |
| Model | Taurus X | Alpine |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 1592 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2190 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 40 L |
