2009 BMW 325 vs. 1955 Sunbeam Alpine
To start off, 2009 BMW 325 is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Sunbeam Alpine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Sunbeam Alpine would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 325 (190 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1955 Sunbeam Alpine. (80 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1955 Sunbeam Alpine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 325 weights approximately 180 kg more than 1955 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, 2009 BMW 325 (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Sunbeam Alpine. (163 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Sunbeam Alpine.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 325 | 1955 Sunbeam Alpine | |
Make | BMW | Sunbeam |
Model | 325 | Alpine |
Year Released | 2009 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2267 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 80 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 163 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 7.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 235 km/hour | 148 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2480 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 45 L |