2008 Nissan Titan vs. 1960 Sunbeam Alpine
To start off, 2008 Nissan Titan is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Sunbeam Alpine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Sunbeam Alpine would be higher. At 5,552 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Titan (317 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 238 more horse power than 1960 Sunbeam Alpine. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 1960 Sunbeam Alpine.
Because 2008 Nissan Titan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Sunbeam Alpine. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Titan will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2008 Nissan Titan (523 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 396 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Sunbeam Alpine. (127 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Sunbeam Alpine.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Nissan Titan | 1960 Sunbeam Alpine | |
| Make | Nissan | Sunbeam |
| Model | Titan | Alpine |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5552 cc | 1591 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 523 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5710 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3560 mm | 2190 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 40 L |
