1975 BMW 320 vs. 1965 Sunbeam Alpine
To start off, 1975 BMW 320 is newer by 10 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 1,990 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 BMW 320 (109 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1965 Sunbeam Alpine. (91 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1965 Sunbeam Alpine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 BMW 320 weights approximately 120 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, 1975 BMW 320 (157 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Sunbeam Alpine. (139 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1975 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Sunbeam Alpine.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 BMW 320 | 1965 Sunbeam Alpine | |
| Make | BMW | Sunbeam |
| Model | 320 | Alpine |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 1723 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2190 mm |
