2001 BMW 730 vs. 1969 Sunbeam Alpine
To start off, 2001 BMW 730 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Sunbeam Alpine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Sunbeam Alpine would be higher. At 2,925 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW 730 (227 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1969 Sunbeam Alpine. (71 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 1969 Sunbeam Alpine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW 730 weights approximately 810 kg more than 1969 Sunbeam Alpine. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2001 BMW 730 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Sunbeam Alpine. (123 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Sunbeam Alpine.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW 730 | 1969 Sunbeam Alpine | |
| Make | BMW | Sunbeam |
| Model | 730 | Alpine |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2925 cc | 1724 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 27 L |
