1998 BMW 318 vs. 1965 Sunbeam Alpine
To start off, 1998 BMW 318 is newer by 33 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 1,895 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 BMW 318 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 BMW 318 (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1965 Sunbeam Alpine. (91 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW 318 should accelerate faster than 1965 Sunbeam Alpine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 318 weights approximately 275 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, 1998 BMW 318 (180 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Sunbeam Alpine. (139 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1998 BMW 318 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Sunbeam Alpine.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW 318 | 1965 Sunbeam Alpine | |
| Make | BMW | Sunbeam |
| Model | 318 | Alpine |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1895 cc | 1723 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2190 mm |
