2008 Nissan Murano vs. 1965 Sunbeam Alpine
To start off, 2008 Nissan Murano 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Murano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Murano (231 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1965 Sunbeam Alpine. (91 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 1965 Sunbeam Alpine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Murano weights approximately 870 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 Nissan Murano (319 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Sunbeam Alpine. (139 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Sunbeam Alpine.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Nissan Murano | 1965 Sunbeam Alpine | |
| Make | Nissan | Sunbeam |
| Model | Murano | Alpine |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 1723 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 231 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2190 mm |
