2006 BMW 525 vs. 1965 Sunbeam Alpine
To start off, 2006 BMW 525 is newer by 41 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 2,999 cc, 2006 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 525 (215 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1965 Sunbeam Alpine. (91 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1965 Sunbeam Alpine.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 BMW 525 (251 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Sunbeam Alpine. (139 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Sunbeam Alpine.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 525 | 1965 Sunbeam Alpine | |
| Make | BMW | Sunbeam |
| Model | 525 | Alpine |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2999 cc | 1723 cc |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2190 mm |
