2005 BMW 325 vs. 1953 Sunbeam Alpine
To start off, 2005 BMW 325 is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Sunbeam Alpine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Sunbeam Alpine would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1953 Sunbeam Alpine. (79 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1953 Sunbeam Alpine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 325 weights approximately 224 kg more than 1953 Sunbeam Alpine. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 BMW 325 (250 Nm) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Sunbeam Alpine. (163 Nm). This means 2005 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Sunbeam Alpine.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 325 | 1953 Sunbeam Alpine | |
| Make | BMW | Sunbeam |
| Model | 325 | Alpine |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2267 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 110 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1494 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 45 L |
