2010 BMW X6 vs. 1969 Sunbeam Alpine
To start off, 2010 BMW X6 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Sunbeam Alpine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Sunbeam Alpine would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW X6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW X6 (244 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1969 Sunbeam Alpine. (71 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW X6 should accelerate faster than 1969 Sunbeam Alpine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW X6 weights approximately 1140 kg more than 1969 Sunbeam Alpine. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 BMW X6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Sunbeam Alpine. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 BMW X6 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 BMW X6 (600 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 477 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Sunbeam Alpine. (123 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 BMW X6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Sunbeam Alpine.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 BMW X6 | 1969 Sunbeam Alpine | |
| Make | BMW | Sunbeam |
| Model | X6 | Alpine |
| Year Released | 2010 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1724 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 244 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 600 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2150 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4877 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1983 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2933 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 27 L |
