2007 BMW 530 vs. 1963 Sunbeam Alpine
To start off, 2007 BMW 530 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Sunbeam Alpine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 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 173 more horse power than 1963 Sunbeam Alpine. (81 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1963 Sunbeam Alpine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 530 weights approximately 460 kg more than 1963 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, 2007 BMW 530 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Sunbeam Alpine. (126 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Sunbeam Alpine.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 530 | 1963 Sunbeam Alpine | |
| Make | BMW | Sunbeam |
| Model | 530 | Alpine |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1592 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1030 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 |
