2007 BMW M6 vs. 1963 Sunbeam Alpine
To start off, 2007 BMW M6 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 4,997 cc (10 cylinders), 2007 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW M6 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 419 more horse power than 1963 Sunbeam Alpine. (81 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 1963 Sunbeam Alpine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW M6 weights approximately 975 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 M6 (520 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 394 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Sunbeam Alpine. (126 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Sunbeam Alpine.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW M6 | 1963 Sunbeam Alpine | |
| Make | BMW | Sunbeam |
| Model | M6 | Alpine |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4997 cc | 1592 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 520 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.2 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2005 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2190 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 40 L |
