1999 BMW 529 vs. 1972 Sunbeam Chamois
To start off, 1999 BMW 529 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Sunbeam Chamois. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Sunbeam Chamois would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 BMW 529 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW 529 (193 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1972 Sunbeam Chamois. (36 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW 529 should accelerate faster than 1972 Sunbeam Chamois. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW 529 weights approximately 910 kg more than 1972 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, 1999 BMW 529 (410 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 342 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Sunbeam Chamois. (68 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1999 BMW 529 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Sunbeam Chamois.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW 529 | 1972 Sunbeam Chamois | |
| Make | BMW | Sunbeam |
| Model | 529 | Chamois |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1972 |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 875 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1625 kg | 715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2090 mm |
