2006 BMW 530 vs. 1971 Sunbeam Chamois
To start off, 2006 BMW 530 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Sunbeam Chamois. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Sunbeam Chamois would be higher. At 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 530 (255 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 219 more horse power than 1971 Sunbeam Chamois. (36 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1971 Sunbeam Chamois.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 BMW 530 (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Sunbeam Chamois. (69 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Sunbeam Chamois.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 530 | 1971 Sunbeam Chamois | |
| Make | BMW | Sunbeam |
| Model | 530 | Chamois |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1971 |
| Engine Size | 2999 cc | 875 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2090 mm |
