2006 BMW MM Roadster vs. 1975 Sunbeam Alpine
To start off, 2006 BMW MM Roadster is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Sunbeam Alpine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Sunbeam Alpine would be higher. At 3,245 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW MM Roadster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW MM Roadster (330 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 259 more horse power than 1975 Sunbeam Alpine. (71 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW MM Roadster should accelerate faster than 1975 Sunbeam Alpine.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 BMW MM Roadster (355 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Sunbeam Alpine. (123 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 BMW MM Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Sunbeam Alpine.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW MM Roadster | 1975 Sunbeam Alpine | |
| Make | BMW | Sunbeam |
| Model | MM Roadster | Alpine |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1975 |
| Engine Size | 3245 cc | 1725 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2510 mm |
