1996 BMW 540 vs. 1973 Sunbeam Chamois
To start off, 1996 BMW 540 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Sunbeam Chamois. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Sunbeam Chamois would be higher. At 4,397 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 BMW 540 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW 540 (282 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 246 more horse power than 1973 Sunbeam Chamois. (36 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 540 should accelerate faster than 1973 Sunbeam Chamois. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 540 weights approximately 1100 kg more than 1973 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, 1996 BMW 540 (440 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 372 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Sunbeam Chamois. (68 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1996 BMW 540 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Sunbeam Chamois.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 BMW 540 | 1973 Sunbeam Chamois | |
| Make | BMW | Sunbeam |
| Model | 540 | Chamois |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1973 |
| Engine Size | 4397 cc | 875 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2090 mm |
