1957 BMW 600 vs. 1975 Sunbeam Chamois
To start off, 1975 Sunbeam Chamois is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 BMW 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 BMW 600 would be higher. At 875 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Sunbeam Chamois is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Sunbeam Chamois (36 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1957 BMW 600. (20 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Sunbeam Chamois should accelerate faster than 1957 BMW 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Sunbeam Chamois weights approximately 165 kg more than 1957 BMW 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1975 Sunbeam Chamois (68 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 BMW 600. (38 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1975 Sunbeam Chamois will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 BMW 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 BMW 600 | 1975 Sunbeam Chamois | |
| Make | BMW | Sunbeam |
| Model | 600 | Chamois |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1975 |
| Engine Size | 583 cc | 875 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 38 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 550 kg | 715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2910 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1710 mm | 2090 mm |
