2007 BMW 530 vs. 1961 Sunbeam Alpine
To start off, 2007 BMW 530 is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Sunbeam Alpine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Sunbeam Alpine would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 530 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 1961 Sunbeam Alpine. (80 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1961 Sunbeam Alpine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 530 weights approximately 505 kg more than 1961 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, 2007 BMW 530 (300 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Sunbeam Alpine. (127 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Sunbeam Alpine.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 530 | 1961 Sunbeam Alpine | |
Make | BMW | Sunbeam |
Model | 530 | Alpine |
Year Released | 2007 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1592 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 254 HP | 80 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 9.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 995 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2190 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 40 L |