1983 BMW 320 vs. 1954 Sunbeam Alpine
To start off, 1983 BMW 320 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Sunbeam Alpine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Sunbeam Alpine would be higher. At 2,267 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Sunbeam Alpine is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 BMW 320 (120 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1954 Sunbeam Alpine. (79 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1954 Sunbeam Alpine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Sunbeam Alpine weights approximately 250 kg more than 1983 BMW 320.
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, 1983 BMW 320 (171 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Sunbeam Alpine. (163 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1983 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Sunbeam Alpine.
Compare all specifications:
1983 BMW 320 | 1954 Sunbeam Alpine | |
Make | BMW | Sunbeam |
Model | 320 | Alpine |
Year Released | 1983 | 1954 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2267 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 171 Nm | 163 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 110 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 7.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 45 L |