2005 BMW X3 vs. 1965 Sunbeam Alpine
To start off, 2005 BMW X3 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Sunbeam Alpine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Sunbeam Alpine would be higher. At 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW X3 (184 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1965 Sunbeam Alpine. (91 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 1965 Sunbeam Alpine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW X3 weights approximately 925 kg more than 1965 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 X3 (420 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 281 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Sunbeam Alpine. (139 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2005 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Sunbeam Alpine.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW X3 | 1965 Sunbeam Alpine | |
| Make | BMW | Sunbeam |
| Model | X3 | Alpine |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 1723 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 184 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2190 mm |
