2009 Alpina B7 vs. 1975 Sunbeam Chamois
To start off, 2009 Alpina B7 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Sunbeam Chamois. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Sunbeam Chamois would be higher. At 4,397 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Alpina B7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Alpina B7 (493 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 457 more horse power than 1975 Sunbeam Chamois. (36 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 1975 Sunbeam Chamois. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Alpina B7 weights approximately 1275 kg more than 1975 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, 2009 Alpina B7 (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 632 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Sunbeam Chamois. (68 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2009 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Sunbeam Chamois.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Alpina B7 | 1975 Sunbeam Chamois | |
| Make | Alpina | Sunbeam |
| Model | B7 | Chamois |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1975 |
| Engine Size | 4397 cc | 875 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2090 mm |
