1956 Jensen 541 vs. 1974 Sunbeam Chamois
To start off, 1974 Sunbeam Chamois is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Jensen 541. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Jensen 541 would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Jensen 541 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Jensen 541 (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1974 Sunbeam Chamois. (36 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Jensen 541 should accelerate faster than 1974 Sunbeam Chamois. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Jensen 541 weights approximately 605 kg more than 1974 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, 1956 Jensen 541 (265 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Sunbeam Chamois. (68 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1956 Jensen 541 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Sunbeam Chamois.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Jensen 541 | 1974 Sunbeam Chamois | |
| Make | Jensen | Sunbeam |
| Model | 541 | Chamois |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1974 |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 873 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2090 mm |
