2005 BMW 320 vs. 1954 Sunbeam Alpine
To start off, 2005 BMW 320 is newer by 51 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, 2005 BMW 320 (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1954 Sunbeam Alpine. (79 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1954 Sunbeam Alpine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 320 weights approximately 205 kg more than 1954 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, 2005 BMW 320 (365 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Sunbeam Alpine. (163 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Sunbeam Alpine. 2005 BMW 320 has automatic transmission and 1954 Sunbeam Alpine has manual transmission. 1954 Sunbeam Alpine will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 BMW 320 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 320 | 1954 Sunbeam Alpine | |
| Make | BMW | Sunbeam |
| Model | 320 | Alpine |
| Year Released | 2005 | 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 | 161 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 110 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 7.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 153 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 45 L |
