2009 BMW 523 vs. 1971 Sunbeam Chamois
To start off, 2009 BMW 523 is newer by 38 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 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 523 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 523 (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1971 Sunbeam Chamois. (36 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 523 should accelerate faster than 1971 Sunbeam Chamois.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 BMW 523 (230 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Sunbeam Chamois. (69 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 523 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Sunbeam Chamois.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 523 | 1971 Sunbeam Chamois | |
| Make | BMW | Sunbeam |
| Model | 523 | Chamois |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1971 |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 875 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2090 mm |
