2002 BMW Z4 vs. 1975 Sunbeam Chamois
To start off, 2002 BMW Z4 is newer by 27 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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 BMW Z4 (227 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1975 Sunbeam Chamois. (36 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1975 Sunbeam Chamois. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 BMW Z4 weights approximately 671 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, 2002 BMW Z4 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Sunbeam Chamois. (68 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2002 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Sunbeam Chamois.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 BMW Z4 | 1975 Sunbeam Chamois | |
| Make | BMW | Sunbeam |
| Model | Z4 | Chamois |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1975 |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 875 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1386 kg | 715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2090 mm |
