2009 BMW 550 vs. 1965 Sunbeam Alpine
To start off, 2009 BMW 550 is newer by 44 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 4,799 cc, 2009 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 550 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 271 more horse power than 1965 Sunbeam Alpine. (91 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 1965 Sunbeam Alpine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 550 weights approximately 660 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, 2009 BMW 550 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 351 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Sunbeam Alpine. (139 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Sunbeam Alpine.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 550 | 1965 Sunbeam Alpine | |
| Make | BMW | Sunbeam |
| Model | 550 | Alpine |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 1723 cc |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2190 mm |
