1959 BMW 700 vs. 1974 Sunbeam Chamois
To start off, 1974 Sunbeam Chamois is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 BMW 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 BMW 700 would be higher. At 873 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Sunbeam Chamois is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 BMW 700 (39 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1974 Sunbeam Chamois. (36 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 BMW 700 should accelerate faster than 1974 Sunbeam Chamois. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Sunbeam Chamois weights approximately 85 kg more than 1959 BMW 700.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Sunbeam Chamois (68 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 BMW 700. (50 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1974 Sunbeam Chamois will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 BMW 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 BMW 700 | 1974 Sunbeam Chamois | |
| Make | BMW | Sunbeam |
| Model | 700 | Chamois |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1974 |
| Engine Size | 695 cc | 873 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 39 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2090 mm |
