1971 Sunbeam Chamois vs. 2011 BMW 325
To start off, 2011 BMW 325 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Sunbeam Chamois. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Sunbeam Chamois would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 1971 Sunbeam Chamois. (36 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1971 Sunbeam Chamois. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 325 weights approximately 900 kg more than 1971 Sunbeam Chamois. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 BMW 325 (270 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Sunbeam Chamois. (69 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Sunbeam Chamois.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Sunbeam Chamois | 2011 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Sunbeam | BMW |
| Model | Chamois | 325 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2011 |
| Engine Size | 875 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Vehicle Weight | 715 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2090 mm | 2770 mm |
