1957 Ferrari 500 Testarossa vs. 1975 Sunbeam Chamois
To start off, 1975 Sunbeam Chamois is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Ferrari 500 Testarossa would be higher. At 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Ferrari 500 Testarossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Ferrari 500 Testarossa (187 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1975 Sunbeam Chamois. (36 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Ferrari 500 Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1975 Sunbeam Chamois. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Sunbeam Chamois weights approximately 35 kg more than 1957 Ferrari 500 Testarossa.
Let's talk about torque, 1957 Ferrari 500 Testarossa (205 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Sunbeam Chamois. (68 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1957 Ferrari 500 Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Sunbeam Chamois.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Ferrari 500 Testarossa | 1975 Sunbeam Chamois | |
| Make | Ferrari | Sunbeam |
| Model | 500 Testarossa | Chamois |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1975 |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 875 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2090 mm |
