2006 BMW 760 vs. 1970 Sunbeam Chamois
To start off, 2006 BMW 760 is newer by 36 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 5,972 cc (12 cylinders), 2006 BMW 760 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 760 (439 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 403 more horse power than 1970 Sunbeam Chamois. (36 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 760 should accelerate faster than 1970 Sunbeam Chamois. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 760 weights approximately 1510 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, 2006 BMW 760 (600 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 532 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Sunbeam Chamois. (68 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 760 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Sunbeam Chamois.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 760 | 1970 Sunbeam Chamois | |
| Make | BMW | Sunbeam |
| Model | 760 | Chamois |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1970 |
| Engine Size | 5972 cc | 874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 439 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 600 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2225 kg | 715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2090 mm |
