1975 Sunbeam Chamois vs. 2010 BMW M3
To start off, 2010 BMW M3 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Sunbeam Chamois. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Sunbeam Chamois would be higher. At 3,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW M3 (414 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 378 more horse power than 1975 Sunbeam Chamois. (36 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1975 Sunbeam Chamois. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW M3 weights approximately 1170 kg more than 1975 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, 2010 BMW M3 (400 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 332 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Sunbeam Chamois. (68 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2010 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Sunbeam Chamois.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Sunbeam Chamois | 2010 BMW M3 | |
| Make | Sunbeam | BMW |
| Model | Chamois | M3 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2010 |
| Engine Size | 875 cc | 3999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 414 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 8300 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Vehicle Weight | 715 kg | 1885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4615 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1803 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1392 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2090 mm | 2761 mm |
