1971 Sunbeam Chamois vs. 2013 BMW 7 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 7 Series is newer by 42 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 BMW 7 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 7 Series (311 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 275 more horse power than 1971 Sunbeam Chamois. (36 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 7 Series should accelerate faster than 1971 Sunbeam Chamois. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 7 Series weights approximately 1338 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, 2013 BMW 7 Series (447 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 378 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Sunbeam Chamois. (69 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 7 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Sunbeam Chamois.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Sunbeam Chamois | 2013 BMW 7 Series | |
Make | Sunbeam | BMW |
Model | Chamois | 7 Series |
Year Released | 1971 | 2013 |
Engine Size | 875 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 36 HP | 311 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 69 Nm | 447 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 715 kg | 2053 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 5214 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 2134 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1481 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2090 mm | 3210 mm |