1994 BMW M5 vs. 1975 Sunbeam Chamois
To start off, 1994 BMW M5 is newer by 19 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 3,795 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 BMW M5 (340 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 304 more horse power than 1975 Sunbeam Chamois. (36 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 1975 Sunbeam Chamois. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 BMW M5 weights approximately 1010 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, 1994 BMW M5 (401 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 333 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Sunbeam Chamois. (68 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1994 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Sunbeam Chamois.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 BMW M5 | 1975 Sunbeam Chamois | |
| Make | BMW | Sunbeam |
| Model | M5 | Chamois |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1975 |
| Engine Size | 3795 cc | 875 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 401 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2090 mm |
