1954 Sunbeam Alpine vs. 2010 BMW 325
To start off, 2010 BMW 325 is newer by 56 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Sunbeam Alpine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Sunbeam Alpine would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1954 Sunbeam Alpine. (79 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1954 Sunbeam Alpine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 325 weights approximately 315 kg more than 1954 Sunbeam Alpine. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 BMW 325 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 Sunbeam Alpine. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 BMW 325 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, 2010 BMW 325 (270 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Sunbeam Alpine. (163 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Sunbeam Alpine.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Sunbeam Alpine | 2010 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Sunbeam | BMW |
| Model | Alpine | 325 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2267 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 110 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.4:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 153 km/hour | 244 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 63 L |
