2008 BMW 328 vs. 1965 Sunbeam Alpine
To start off, 2008 BMW 328 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Sunbeam Alpine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Sunbeam Alpine would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 328 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1965 Sunbeam Alpine. (91 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 1965 Sunbeam Alpine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 328 weights approximately 518 kg more than 1965 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, 2008 BMW 328 (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Sunbeam Alpine. (139 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 328 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Sunbeam Alpine.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 328 | 1965 Sunbeam Alpine | |
| Make | BMW | Sunbeam |
| Model | 328 | Alpine |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1723 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1518 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2190 mm |
