1996 BMW 530 vs. 1953 Sunbeam Alpine
To start off, 1996 BMW 530 is newer by 43 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 2,793 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW 530 (193 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1953 Sunbeam Alpine. (79 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1953 Sunbeam Alpine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 530 weights approximately 245 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, 1996 BMW 530 (280 Nm) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Sunbeam Alpine. (163 Nm). This means 1996 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Sunbeam Alpine.
Compare all specifications:
1996 BMW 530 | 1953 Sunbeam Alpine | |
Make | BMW | Sunbeam |
Model | 530 | Alpine |
Year Released | 1996 | 1953 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2793 cc | 2267 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 193 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 163 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 110 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1270 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 45 L |