1968 Buick Riviera vs. 1972 Sunbeam Chamois
To start off, 1972 Sunbeam Chamois is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Buick Riviera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Buick Riviera would be higher. At 7,050 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Buick Riviera (305 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 269 more horse power than 1972 Sunbeam Chamois. (36 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1972 Sunbeam Chamois. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Buick Riviera weights approximately 1185 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, 1968 Buick Riviera (645 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 577 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Sunbeam Chamois. (68 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1968 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Sunbeam Chamois.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Buick Riviera | 1972 Sunbeam Chamois | |
Make | Buick | Sunbeam |
Model | Riviera | Chamois |
Year Released | 1968 | 1972 |
Engine Size | 7050 cc | 875 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 305 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 645 Nm | 68 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 715 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 3540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2090 mm |