2008 Hummer H3 vs. 1964 Sunbeam Alpine
To start off, 2008 Hummer H3 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 3,653 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 Hummer H3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Hummer H3 (242 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1964 Sunbeam Alpine. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hummer H3 should accelerate faster than 1964 Sunbeam Alpine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Hummer H3 weights approximately 1232 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 Hummer H3 (328 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Sunbeam Alpine. (128 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Hummer H3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Sunbeam Alpine.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Hummer H3 | 1964 Sunbeam Alpine | |
| Make | Hummer | Sunbeam |
| Model | H3 | Alpine |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3653 cc | 1592 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 328 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2232 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2190 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 40 L |
