2002 BMW 320 vs. 1954 Sunbeam Alpine
To start off, 2002 BMW 320 is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Sunbeam Alpine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Sunbeam Alpine would be higher. At 2,267 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Sunbeam Alpine is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 BMW 320 (142 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1954 Sunbeam Alpine. (79 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1954 Sunbeam Alpine.
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, 2002 BMW 320 (210 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Sunbeam Alpine. (163 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2002 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Sunbeam Alpine.
Compare all specifications:
2002 BMW 320 | 1954 Sunbeam Alpine | |
Make | BMW | Sunbeam |
Model | 320 | Alpine |
Year Released | 2002 | 1954 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2267 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 142 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 163 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 110 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 7.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 45 L |