1997 BMW 850 vs. 1965 Sunbeam Alpine
To start off, 1997 BMW 850 is newer by 32 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 5,379 cc (12 cylinders), 1997 BMW 850 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 BMW 850 (329 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 238 more horse power than 1965 Sunbeam Alpine. (91 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 BMW 850 should accelerate faster than 1965 Sunbeam Alpine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 BMW 850 weights approximately 945 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, 1997 BMW 850 (490 Nm) has 351 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Sunbeam Alpine. (139 Nm). This means 1997 BMW 850 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Sunbeam Alpine.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 BMW 850 | 1965 Sunbeam Alpine | |
| Make | BMW | Sunbeam |
| Model | 850 | Alpine |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5379 cc | 1723 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 329 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2190 mm |
