1962 Sunbeam Alpine vs. 2011 BMW 335
To start off, 2011 BMW 335 is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Sunbeam Alpine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Sunbeam Alpine would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 335 (265 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1962 Sunbeam Alpine. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1962 Sunbeam Alpine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 335 weights approximately 740 kg more than 1962 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, 2011 BMW 335 (576 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 449 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Sunbeam Alpine. (127 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Sunbeam Alpine.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Sunbeam Alpine | 2011 BMW 335 | |
Make | Sunbeam | BMW |
Model | Alpine | 335 |
Year Released | 1962 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1592 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 127 Nm | 576 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 1735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4526 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1816 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2761 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 61 L |