2006 BMW 525 vs. 1974 Sunbeam Chamois
To start off, 2006 BMW 525 is newer by 32 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 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 525 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 1974 Sunbeam Chamois. (36 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1974 Sunbeam Chamois. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 525 weights approximately 965 kg more than 1974 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, 2006 BMW 525 (251 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Sunbeam Chamois. (68 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Sunbeam Chamois.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 525 | 1974 Sunbeam Chamois | |
| Make | BMW | Sunbeam |
| Model | 525 | Chamois |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1974 |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 873 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2090 mm |
