2009 BMW 330 vs. 1972 Sunbeam Chamois
To start off, 2009 BMW 330 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Sunbeam Chamois. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Sunbeam Chamois would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 330 (228 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1972 Sunbeam Chamois. (36 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1972 Sunbeam Chamois. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 330 weights approximately 650 kg more than 1972 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 BMW 330 (500 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 432 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Sunbeam Chamois. (68 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Sunbeam Chamois.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 330 | 1972 Sunbeam Chamois | |
| Make | BMW | Sunbeam |
| Model | 330 | Chamois |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1972 |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 875 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2090 mm |
