1992 BMW 320 vs. 1963 Sunbeam Alpine
To start off, 1992 BMW 320 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Sunbeam Alpine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Sunbeam Alpine would be higher. At 1,990 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 320 (150 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1963 Sunbeam Alpine. (81 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1963 Sunbeam Alpine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW 320 weights approximately 350 kg more than 1963 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, 1992 BMW 320 (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Sunbeam Alpine. (126 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1992 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Sunbeam Alpine.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 320 | 1963 Sunbeam Alpine | |
| Make | BMW | Sunbeam |
| Model | 320 | Alpine |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 1592 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2190 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 40 L |
