1984 BMW M6 vs. 1954 Sunbeam Alpine
To start off, 1984 BMW M6 is newer by 30 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 3,453 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 BMW M6 (282 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 1954 Sunbeam Alpine. (79 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 1954 Sunbeam Alpine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 BMW M6 weights approximately 205 kg more than 1954 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, 1984 BMW M6 (335 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Sunbeam Alpine. (163 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1984 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Sunbeam Alpine.
Compare all specifications:
1984 BMW M6 | 1954 Sunbeam Alpine | |
Make | BMW | Sunbeam |
Model | M6 | Alpine |
Year Released | 1984 | 1954 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3453 cc | 2267 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 335 Nm | 163 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.4 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 110 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 254 km/hour | 153 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 45 L |