2009 BMW M5 vs. 1963 Sunbeam Alpine
To start off, 2009 BMW M5 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 4,999 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW M5 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 419 more horse power than 1963 Sunbeam Alpine. (81 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 1963 Sunbeam Alpine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW M5 weights approximately 728 kg more than 1963 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 M5 (519 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 393 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Sunbeam Alpine. (126 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Sunbeam Alpine.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW M5 | 1963 Sunbeam Alpine | |
| Make | BMW | Sunbeam |
| Model | M5 | Alpine |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4999 cc | 1592 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 519 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1758 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2190 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 40 L |
