1974 BMW Touring vs. 1971 Sunbeam Alpine
To start off, 1974 BMW Touring is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Sunbeam Alpine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Sunbeam Alpine would be higher. At 1,725 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Sunbeam Alpine is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 BMW Touring (85 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1971 Sunbeam Alpine. (71 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 BMW Touring should accelerate faster than 1971 Sunbeam Alpine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 BMW Touring weights approximately 20 kg more than 1971 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, 1974 BMW Touring (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Sunbeam Alpine. (123 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1974 BMW Touring will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Sunbeam Alpine.
Compare all specifications:
1974 BMW Touring | 1971 Sunbeam Alpine | |
Make | BMW | Sunbeam |
Model | Touring | Alpine |
Year Released | 1974 | 1971 |
Engine Size | 1572 cc | 1725 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 71 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 123 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2510 mm |