2008 BMW 320 vs. 1953 Sunbeam Alpine
To start off, 2008 BMW 320 is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Sunbeam Alpine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Sunbeam Alpine would be higher. At 2,267 cc (4 cylinders), 1953 Sunbeam Alpine is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 320 (168 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1953 Sunbeam Alpine. (79 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1953 Sunbeam Alpine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 320 weights approximately 200 kg more than 1953 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, 2008 BMW 320 (210 Nm) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Sunbeam Alpine. (163 Nm). This means 2008 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Sunbeam Alpine.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 320 | 1953 Sunbeam Alpine | |
| Make | BMW | Sunbeam |
| Model | 320 | Alpine |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2171 cc | 2267 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 110 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 226 km/hour | 153 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 45 L |
