2000 Alpina B 10 vs. 1972 Sunbeam Chamois
To start off, 2000 Alpina B 10 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Sunbeam Chamois. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Sunbeam Chamois would be higher. At 4,619 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Alpina B 10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Alpina B 10 (342 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 306 more horse power than 1972 Sunbeam Chamois. (36 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Alpina B 10 should accelerate faster than 1972 Sunbeam Chamois. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Alpina B 10 weights approximately 975 kg more than 1972 Sunbeam Chamois. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 Alpina B 10 (491 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 423 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Sunbeam Chamois. (68 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2000 Alpina B 10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Sunbeam Chamois.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Alpina B 10 | 1972 Sunbeam Chamois | |
Make | Alpina | Sunbeam |
Model | B 10 | Chamois |
Year Released | 2000 | 1972 |
Engine Size | 4619 cc | 875 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 342 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 491 Nm | 68 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 715 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2090 mm |