1953 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 1972 Sunbeam Chamois
To start off, 1972 Sunbeam Chamois is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Aston Martin DB4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Aston Martin DB4 would be higher. At 2,580 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 Aston Martin DB4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Aston Martin DB4 (125 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1972 Sunbeam Chamois. (36 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 1972 Sunbeam Chamois. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Aston Martin DB4 weights approximately 542 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, 1953 Aston Martin DB4 (195 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Sunbeam Chamois. (68 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1953 Aston Martin DB4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Sunbeam Chamois.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Aston Martin DB4 | 1972 Sunbeam Chamois | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Sunbeam |
| Model | DB4 | Chamois |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1972 |
| Engine Size | 2580 cc | 875 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1257 kg | 715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2090 mm |
