2007 BMW Convertible vs. 1960 Sunbeam Alpine
To start off, 2007 BMW Convertible is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Sunbeam Alpine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Sunbeam Alpine would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW Convertible is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW Convertible (363 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 284 more horse power than 1960 Sunbeam Alpine. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW Convertible should accelerate faster than 1960 Sunbeam Alpine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW Convertible weights approximately 855 kg more than 1960 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 Convertible (490 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 363 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Sunbeam Alpine. (127 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 BMW Convertible will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Sunbeam Alpine.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW Convertible | 1960 Sunbeam Alpine | |
| Make | BMW | Sunbeam |
| Model | Convertible | Alpine |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 1591 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 363 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2190 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 40 L |
