1961 AC Cobra vs. 1973 Sunbeam Chamois
To start off, 1973 Sunbeam Chamois is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 AC Cobra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 AC Cobra would be higher. At 4,265 cc (8 cylinders), 1961 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 AC Cobra (256 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 220 more horse power than 1973 Sunbeam Chamois. (36 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1973 Sunbeam Chamois. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 AC Cobra weights approximately 265 kg more than 1973 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, 1961 AC Cobra (365 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 297 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Sunbeam Chamois. (68 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1961 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Sunbeam Chamois.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 AC Cobra | 1973 Sunbeam Chamois | |
| Make | AC | Sunbeam |
| Model | Cobra | Chamois |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1973 |
| Engine Size | 4265 cc | 875 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2090 mm |
