1986 BMW 735 vs. 1965 Sunbeam Alpine
To start off, 1986 BMW 735 is newer by 21 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 3,430 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 BMW 735 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 BMW 735 (220 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1965 Sunbeam Alpine. (91 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 BMW 735 should accelerate faster than 1965 Sunbeam Alpine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 BMW 735 weights approximately 590 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, 1986 BMW 735 (315 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Sunbeam Alpine. (139 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1986 BMW 735 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Sunbeam Alpine.
Compare all specifications:
1986 BMW 735 | 1965 Sunbeam Alpine | |
Make | BMW | Sunbeam |
Model | 735 | Alpine |
Year Released | 1986 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3430 cc | 1723 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 220 HP | 91 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 315 Nm | 139 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2190 mm |