2009 Ford Mustang vs. 1965 Sunbeam Alpine
To start off, 2009 Ford Mustang is newer by 44 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 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Mustang (300 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 209 more horse power than 1965 Sunbeam Alpine. (91 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1965 Sunbeam Alpine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Mustang weights approximately 1862 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, 2009 Ford Mustang (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 295 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Sunbeam Alpine. (139 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Sunbeam Alpine.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Mustang | 1965 Sunbeam Alpine | |
| Make | Ford | Sunbeam |
| Model | Mustang | Alpine |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4606 cc | 1723 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2862 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2190 mm |
