1999 BMW 318 vs. 1963 Sunbeam Alpine
To start off, 1999 BMW 318 is newer by 36 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 1,798 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 BMW 318 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW 318 (192 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1963 Sunbeam Alpine. (81 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW 318 should accelerate faster than 1963 Sunbeam Alpine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW 318 weights approximately 245 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, 1999 BMW 318 (355 Nm) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Sunbeam Alpine. (126 Nm). This means 1999 BMW 318 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Sunbeam Alpine.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW 318 | 1963 Sunbeam Alpine | |
| Make | BMW | Sunbeam |
| Model | 318 | Alpine |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 1592 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2190 mm |
