1963 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 1971 Sunbeam Chamois
To start off, 1971 Sunbeam Chamois is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Aston Martin DB4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Aston Martin DB4 would be higher. At 3,670 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 Aston Martin DB4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Aston Martin DB4 (310 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 274 more horse power than 1971 Sunbeam Chamois. (36 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 1971 Sunbeam Chamois. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Aston Martin DB4 weights approximately 510 kg more than 1971 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, 1963 Aston Martin DB4 (377 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 308 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Sunbeam Chamois. (69 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1963 Aston Martin DB4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Sunbeam Chamois.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Aston Martin DB4 | 1971 Sunbeam Chamois | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Sunbeam |
| Model | DB4 | Chamois |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1971 |
| Engine Size | 3670 cc | 875 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 377 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2090 mm |
