1968 BMW 2800 vs. 1965 Sunbeam Alpine
To start off, 1968 BMW 2800 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Sunbeam Alpine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Sunbeam Alpine would be higher. At 2,786 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 BMW 2800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 BMW 2800 (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1965 Sunbeam Alpine. (91 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 BMW 2800 should accelerate faster than 1965 Sunbeam Alpine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 BMW 2800 weights approximately 290 kg more than 1965 Sunbeam Alpine. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 BMW 2800 (235 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Sunbeam Alpine. (139 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1968 BMW 2800 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Sunbeam Alpine.
Compare all specifications:
1968 BMW 2800 | 1965 Sunbeam Alpine | |
Make | BMW | Sunbeam |
Model | 2800 | Alpine |
Year Released | 1968 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2786 cc | 1723 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 91 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 235 Nm | 139 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2190 mm |