2001 BMW Compact vs. 1970 Sunbeam Chamois
To start off, 2001 BMW Compact is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Sunbeam Chamois. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Sunbeam Chamois would be higher. At 2,501 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 BMW Compact is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW Compact (193 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1970 Sunbeam Chamois. (36 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW Compact should accelerate faster than 1970 Sunbeam Chamois. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW Compact weights approximately 865 kg more than 1970 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, 2001 BMW Compact (237 Nm) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Sunbeam Chamois. (68 Nm). This means 2001 BMW Compact will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Sunbeam Chamois.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW Compact | 1970 Sunbeam Chamois | |
| Make | BMW | Sunbeam |
| Model | Compact | Chamois |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1970 |
| Engine Size | 2501 cc | 874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2090 mm |
