1961 BMW 700 vs. 1970 Sunbeam Alpine
To start off, 1970 Sunbeam Alpine is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 BMW 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 BMW 700 would be higher. At 1,725 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Sunbeam Alpine is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Sunbeam Alpine (71 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1961 BMW 700. (38 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Sunbeam Alpine should accelerate faster than 1961 BMW 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Sunbeam Alpine weights approximately 350 kg more than 1961 BMW 700. 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, 1970 Sunbeam Alpine (123 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 BMW 700. (52 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1970 Sunbeam Alpine will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 BMW 700.
Compare all specifications:
1961 BMW 700 | 1970 Sunbeam Alpine | |
Make | BMW | Sunbeam |
Model | 700 | Alpine |
Year Released | 1961 | 1970 |
Engine Size | 697 cc | 1725 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 71 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 52 Nm | 123 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 1010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2510 mm |