2006 BMW X5 vs. 1970 Sunbeam Chamois
To start off, 2006 BMW X5 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 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW X5 (355 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 319 more horse power than 1970 Sunbeam Chamois. (36 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1970 Sunbeam Chamois. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW X5 weights approximately 1487 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 X5 (490 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 422 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Sunbeam Chamois. (68 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2006 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Sunbeam Chamois.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW X5 | 1970 Sunbeam Chamois | |
| Make | BMW | Sunbeam |
| Model | X5 | Chamois |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1970 |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 355 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2202 kg | 715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2090 mm |
