1981 BMW 528 vs. 1953 Sunbeam Alpine
To start off, 1981 BMW 528 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Sunbeam Alpine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Sunbeam Alpine would be higher. At 2,788 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 BMW 528 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 BMW 528 (181 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1953 Sunbeam Alpine. (79 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 BMW 528 should accelerate faster than 1953 Sunbeam Alpine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 BMW 528 weights approximately 30 kg more than 1953 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, 1981 BMW 528 (240 Nm) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Sunbeam Alpine. (163 Nm). This means 1981 BMW 528 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Sunbeam Alpine.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 BMW 528 | 1953 Sunbeam Alpine | |
| Make | BMW | Sunbeam |
| Model | 528 | Alpine |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2788 cc | 2267 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 110 mm |
| Top Speed | 212 km/hour | 153 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 45 L |
