2006 BMW 745 vs. 1971 Sunbeam Chamois
To start off, 2006 BMW 745 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 4,423 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 BMW 745 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 745 (325 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 289 more horse power than 1971 Sunbeam Chamois. (36 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 745 should accelerate faster than 1971 Sunbeam Chamois. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 745 weights approximately 1400 kg more than 1971 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 745 (700 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 631 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Sunbeam Chamois. (69 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 745 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Sunbeam Chamois.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 745 | 1971 Sunbeam Chamois | |
| Make | BMW | Sunbeam |
| Model | 745 | Chamois |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1971 |
| Engine Size | 4423 cc | 875 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2115 kg | 715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2090 mm |
