1999 BMW Z9 vs. 1964 Sunbeam Alpine
To start off, 1999 BMW Z9 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Sunbeam Alpine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Sunbeam Alpine would be higher. At 3,901 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 BMW Z9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW Z9 (242 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1964 Sunbeam Alpine. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW Z9 should accelerate faster than 1964 Sunbeam Alpine.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 BMW Z9 (560 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 432 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Sunbeam Alpine. (128 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 BMW Z9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Sunbeam Alpine.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW Z9 | 1964 Sunbeam Alpine | |
| Make | BMW | Sunbeam |
| Model | Z9 | Alpine |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3901 cc | 1592 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2190 mm |
