2009 Bugatti Veyron vs. 1970 Sunbeam Alpine
To start off, 2009 Bugatti Veyron is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Sunbeam Alpine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Sunbeam Alpine would be higher. At 7,993 cc (16 cylinders), 2009 Bugatti Veyron is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Bugatti Veyron (987 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 916 more horse power than 1970 Sunbeam Alpine. (71 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bugatti Veyron should accelerate faster than 1970 Sunbeam Alpine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Bugatti Veyron weights approximately 877 kg more than 1970 Sunbeam Alpine. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Bugatti Veyron is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Sunbeam Alpine. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Bugatti Veyron 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, 2009 Bugatti Veyron (1,250 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 1127 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Sunbeam Alpine. (123 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Bugatti Veyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Sunbeam Alpine.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Bugatti Veyron | 1970 Sunbeam Alpine | |
| Make | Bugatti | Sunbeam |
| Model | Veyron | Alpine |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1970 |
| Engine Size | 7993 cc | 1725 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 16 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Horse Power | 987 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 1250 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1887 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2510 mm |
