2009 BMW 550 vs. 1963 Sunbeam Alpine
To start off, 2009 BMW 550 is newer by 46 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 4,799 cc, 2009 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 550 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 281 more horse power than 1963 Sunbeam Alpine. (81 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 1963 Sunbeam Alpine.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 BMW 550 (491 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 365 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Sunbeam Alpine. (126 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Sunbeam Alpine.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 550 | 1963 Sunbeam Alpine | |
| Make | BMW | Sunbeam |
| Model | 550 | Alpine |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 1592 cc |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 491 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2190 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 40 L |
