1991 BMW M12 vs. 1974 Sunbeam Chamois
To start off, 1991 BMW M12 is newer by 17 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 4,988 cc (12 cylinders), 1991 BMW M12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 BMW M12 (296 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 260 more horse power than 1974 Sunbeam Chamois. (36 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 BMW M12 should accelerate faster than 1974 Sunbeam Chamois.
Let's talk about torque, 1991 BMW M12 (450 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 382 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Sunbeam Chamois. (68 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1991 BMW M12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Sunbeam Chamois.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 BMW M12 | 1974 Sunbeam Chamois | |
| Make | BMW | Sunbeam |
| Model | M12 | Chamois |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1974 |
| Engine Size | 4988 cc | 873 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2090 mm |
