1998 BMW Pickster vs. 1974 Sunbeam Chamois
To start off, 1998 BMW Pickster is newer by 24 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 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 BMW Pickster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 BMW Pickster (317 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 281 more horse power than 1974 Sunbeam Chamois. (36 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW Pickster should accelerate faster than 1974 Sunbeam Chamois.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 BMW Pickster (345 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 277 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Sunbeam Chamois. (68 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1998 BMW Pickster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Sunbeam Chamois.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW Pickster | 1974 Sunbeam Chamois | |
| Make | BMW | Sunbeam |
| Model | Pickster | Chamois |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1974 |
| Engine Size | 3201 cc | 873 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1390 mm |
