1975 BMW 315 vs. 1974 Sunbeam Chamois
To start off, 1975 BMW 315 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Sunbeam Chamois. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Sunbeam Chamois would be higher. At 1,574 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 BMW 315 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 BMW 315 (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1974 Sunbeam Chamois. (36 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 BMW 315 should accelerate faster than 1974 Sunbeam Chamois. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 BMW 315 weights approximately 295 kg more than 1974 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, 1975 BMW 315 (110 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Sunbeam Chamois. (68 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1975 BMW 315 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Sunbeam Chamois.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 BMW 315 | 1974 Sunbeam Chamois | |
| Make | BMW | Sunbeam |
| Model | 315 | Chamois |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1974 |
| Engine Size | 1574 cc | 873 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2090 mm |
