2008 BMW 330 vs. 1971 Sunbeam Chamois
To start off, 2008 BMW 330 is newer by 37 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 2,926 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 330 (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1971 Sunbeam Chamois. (36 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1971 Sunbeam Chamois. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 330 weights approximately 880 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, 2008 BMW 330 (390 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 321 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Sunbeam Chamois. (69 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Sunbeam Chamois.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 330 | 1971 Sunbeam Chamois | |
| Make | BMW | Sunbeam |
| Model | 330 | Chamois |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1971 |
| Engine Size | 2926 cc | 875 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 390 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2090 mm |
