1955 Sunbeam Alpine vs. 2009 BMW 330
To start off, 2009 BMW 330 is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Sunbeam Alpine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Sunbeam Alpine would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 330 (228 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1955 Sunbeam Alpine. (80 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1955 Sunbeam Alpine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 330 weights approximately 375 kg more than 1955 Sunbeam Alpine. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 BMW 330 (500 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 337 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Sunbeam Alpine. (163 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Sunbeam Alpine. 2009 BMW 330 has automatic transmission and 1955 Sunbeam Alpine has manual transmission. 1955 Sunbeam Alpine will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW 330 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Sunbeam Alpine | 2009 BMW 330 | |
| Make | Sunbeam | BMW |
| Model | Alpine | 330 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2267 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.4:1 | 17.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 148 km/hour | 248 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1675 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 61 L |
