2008 BMW 750 vs. 1970 Sunbeam Alpine
To start off, 2008 BMW 750 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Sunbeam Alpine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Sunbeam Alpine would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 750 (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 289 more horse power than 1970 Sunbeam Alpine. (71 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 1970 Sunbeam Alpine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 750 weights approximately 1045 kg more than 1970 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 750 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 367 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Sunbeam Alpine. (123 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Sunbeam Alpine. 2008 BMW 750 has automatic transmission and 1970 Sunbeam Alpine has manual transmission. 1970 Sunbeam Alpine will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 BMW 750 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 750 | 1970 Sunbeam Alpine | |
| Make | BMW | Sunbeam |
| Model | 750 | Alpine |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1970 |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 1725 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 360 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2055 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2510 mm |
