1975 Sunbeam Alpine vs. 2009 BMW 525
To start off, 2009 BMW 525 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Sunbeam Alpine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Sunbeam Alpine would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 525 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1975 Sunbeam Alpine. (71 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1975 Sunbeam Alpine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 525 weights approximately 676 kg more than 1975 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, 2009 BMW 525 (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Sunbeam Alpine. (123 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Sunbeam Alpine. 2009 BMW 525 has automatic transmission and 1975 Sunbeam Alpine has manual transmission. 1975 Sunbeam Alpine will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW 525 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Sunbeam Alpine | 2009 BMW 525 | |
| Make | Sunbeam | BMW |
| Model | Alpine | 525 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2009 |
| Engine Size | 1725 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1686 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2840 mm |
