1953 Sunbeam Alpine vs. 2013 BMW X5
To start off, 2013 BMW X5 is newer by 60 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Sunbeam Alpine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Sunbeam Alpine would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW X5 (296 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 1953 Sunbeam Alpine. (79 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1953 Sunbeam Alpine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW X5 weights approximately 980 kg more than 1953 Sunbeam Alpine. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 BMW X5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1953 Sunbeam Alpine. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 BMW X5 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, 2013 BMW X5 (407 Nm) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Sunbeam Alpine. (163 Nm). This means 2013 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Sunbeam Alpine. 2013 BMW X5 has automatic transmission and 1953 Sunbeam Alpine has manual transmission. 1953 Sunbeam Alpine will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 BMW X5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Sunbeam Alpine | 2013 BMW X5 | |
| Make | Sunbeam | BMW |
| Model | Alpine | X5 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2267 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 110 mm | 89 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 2250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4857 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 2197 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1776 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2933 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 85 L |
